CVE-2015-1592: High severity Debian Debian Linux vulnerability

Published Feb 19, 2015
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Updated

Movable Type Pro, Open Source, and Advanced before 5.2.12 and Pro and Advanced 6.0.x before 6.0.7 does not properly use the Perl Storable::thaw function, which allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local Perl files and possibly execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.

Affected Software

7 affected components
debian/movabletype-opensource
Debian Debian Linux=7.0
Sixapart Movable Type>=5.2.0<5.2.12
Sixapart Movable Type>=5.2.0<5.2.12
Sixapart Movable Type>=5.2.0<5.2.12
Sixapart Movable Type>=6.0<6.0.7
Sixapart Movable Type>=6.0<6.0.7

Event History

Feb 19, 2015
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-2015-1592?

CVE-2015-1592 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-1592?

To fix CVE-2015-1592, upgrade Movable Type Pro, Open Source, and Advanced to version 5.2.12 or higher, or to version 6.0.7 or higher.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2015-1592?

CVE-2015-1592 affects Movable Type Pro, Open Source, and Advanced versions prior to 5.2.12 and Pro and Advanced 6.0.x versions before 6.0.7.

4

What types of attacks can be executed using CVE-2015-1592?

CVE-2015-1592 allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local Perl files, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.

5

Is CVE-2015-1592 related to Perl vulnerabilities?

Yes, CVE-2015-1592 is related to improper usage of the Perl Storable::thaw function, which creates the vulnerability.

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