CVE-2018-12478: obs-service-replace_using_package_version allows to specify arbitrary input files

Published Oct 9, 2018
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Updated

A Improper Input Validation vulnerability in Open Build Service allows remote attackers to extract files from the system where the service runs. Affected releases are openSUSE Open Build Service: status of is unknown.

Affected Software

1 affected component
openSUSE Open Build Service

Event History

Oct 9, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-12478.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2018-12478?

The severity level of CVE-2018-12478 is medium.

3

How does the vulnerability CVE-2018-12478 exploit the system?

CVE-2018-12478 allows remote attackers to extract files from the system where the Open Build Service runs.

4

Which software is affected by CVE-2018-12478?

The affected software is openSUSE Open Build Service.

5

Is there a known fix for CVE-2018-12478?

There is no information about the status or fix of CVE-2018-12478.

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