CVE-2019-17080
First published: Wed Oct 02 2019(Updated: )
mintinstall (aka Software Manager) 7.9.9 for Linux Mint allows code execution if a REVIEWS_CACHE file is controlled by an attacker, because an unpickle occurs. This is resolved in 8.0.0 and backports.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linuxmint Mintinstall | =7.9.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-17080?
The severity of CVE-2019-17080 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2019-17080?
The affected software version of CVE-2019-17080 is mintinstall 7.9.9.
How can CVE-2019-17080 be exploited?
CVE-2019-17080 can be exploited if a REVIEWS_CACHE file is controlled by an attacker, allowing for code execution.
How can I fix CVE-2019-17080?
CVE-2019-17080 is resolved in version 8.0.0 and backports, so updating to the latest version of mintinstall will fix the vulnerability.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID of CVE-2019-17080?
CVE-2019-17080 is associated with CWE-502.
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