CVE-2014-9513: Critical severity Debian Xbindkeys-config vulnerability
Published Aug 28, 2017
·Updated
Insecure use of temporary files in xbindkeys-config 0.1.3-2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Debian Xbindkeys-config=0.1.3-2
Event History
Aug 28, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2014-9513?
CVE-2014-9513 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2014-9513?
To fix CVE-2014-9513, update xbindkeys-config to a version that does not use insecure temporary files.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-9513?
CVE-2014-9513 is an insecure file handling vulnerability that allows for execution of arbitrary code.
4
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2014-9513?
CVE-2014-9513 affects xbindkeys-config version 0.1.3-2 on Debian.
5
Can CVE-2014-9513 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-9513 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code.