CVE-2019-13227
First published: Thu Jul 04 2019(Updated: )
In GUI mode, deepin-clone before 1.1.3 creates a log file at the fixed path /tmp/.deepin-clone.log as root, and follows symlinks there. An unprivileged user can prepare a symlink attack there to create or overwrite files in arbitrary file system locations. The content is not attacker controlled.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Deepin Clone | <1.1.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/07/04/1
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1130388
- https://github.com/linuxdeepin/deepin-clone/commit/e079f3e2712b4f8c28e3e63e71ba1a1f90fce1ab
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/TCHGRJV5CWTMYEE5B5C2FNMCFVP45S7H/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/TCHGRJV5CWTMYEE5B5C2FNMCFVP45S7H/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-13227?
CVE-2019-13227 is a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for symlink attacks that can lead to unauthorized file creation or overwriting.
How do I fix CVE-2019-13227?
To mitigate CVE-2019-13227, upgrade deepin-clone to version 1.1.3 or later, which resolves the symlink vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2019-13227?
Users of deepin-clone versions prior to 1.1.3 are affected by CVE-2019-13227.
What type of attack does CVE-2019-13227 enable?
CVE-2019-13227 enables a symlink attack that allows an unprivileged user to create or overwrite files in arbitrary locations.
What is the impact of CVE-2019-13227 on system security?
The impact of CVE-2019-13227 on system security includes potential unauthorized file manipulation and compromise of file integrity.
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