CVE-2021-28129: DEB packaging for Apache OpenOffice 4.1.8 installed with a non-root userid and groupid
First published: Thu Oct 07 2021(Updated: )
While working on Apache OpenOffice 4.1.8 a developer discovered that the DEB package did not install using root, but instead used a userid and groupid of 500. This both caused issues with desktop integration and could allow a crafted attack on files owned by that user or group if they exist. Users who installed the Apache OpenOffice 4.1.8 DEB packaging should upgrade to the latest version of Apache OpenOffice.
Credit: security@apache.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache OpenOffice | =4.1.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/10/07/5
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r9e72234dd662280fa1a3cca6164d3470a1dbc0d8e53e48ba27f787ce@%3Cannounce.apache.org%3E
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/rc9090ab48b4699494b63b35cd6d7414c52d665ecae12add3cdc56c9b%40%3Cusers.openoffice.apache.org%3E
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/rc9090ab48b4699494b63b35cd6d7414c52d665ecae12add3cdc56c9b@%3Cusers.openoffice.apache.org%3E
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/r9e72234dd662280fa1a3cca6164d3470a1dbc0d8e53e48ba27f787ce%40%3Cannounce.apache.org%3E
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue with Apache OpenOffice 4.1.8?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-28129.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2021-28129?
CVE-2021-28129 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
How can the DEB package installation issue be exploited?
The DEB package installation issue could allow a crafted attack on files owned by the user or group with userid and groupid 500.
What is the affected software version for CVE-2021-28129?
CVE-2021-28129 affects Apache OpenOffice 4.1.8.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-28129?
For more information about CVE-2021-28129, you can refer to the following references: [1] [2] [3]
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