CVE-2015-3409
First published: Tue May 19 2015(Updated: )
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Module::Signature before 0.75 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse module under the current working directory, as demonstrated by a Trojan horse Text::Diff module.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| module-signature | <=0.74 | |
| Ubuntu | =12.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.10 | |
| Ubuntu | =15.04 |
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Reference Links
- http://ubuntu.com/usn/usn-2607-1
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3261
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/04/07/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/04/23/17
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/73937
- https://github.com/audreyt/module-signature/commit/c41e8885b862b9fce2719449bc9336f0bea658ef
- https://metacpan.org/changes/distribution/Module-Signature
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-3409?
CVE-2015-3409 is considered a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2015-3409?
To fix CVE-2015-3409, upgrade Module::Signature to version 0.75 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-3409?
Local users on systems with Module::Signature versions prior to 0.75 are affected by CVE-2015-3409.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-3409?
CVE-2015-3409 is an untrusted search path vulnerability.
Can CVE-2015-3409 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2015-3409 requires local access to the system to be exploited.
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