high
8.8
CWE
15 610
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-10979: PostgreSQL PL/Perl environment variable changes execute arbitrary code

First published: Thu Nov 14 2024(Updated: )

Incorrect control of environment variables in PostgreSQL PL/Perl allows an unprivileged database user to change sensitive process environment variables (e.g. PATH). That often suffices to enable arbitrary code execution, even if the attacker lacks a database server operating system user. Versions before PostgreSQL 17.1, 16.5, 15.9, 14.14, 13.17, and 12.21 are affected.

Credit: f86ef6dc-4d3a-42ad-8f28-e6d5547a5007

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
PostgreSQL>=12.0<12.21
PostgreSQL>=13.0<13.17
PostgreSQL>=14.0<14.14
PostgreSQL>=15.0<15.9
PostgreSQL>=16.0<16.5
PostgreSQL>=17.0<17.1
debian/postgresql-13<=13.16-0+deb11u1
13.20-0+deb11u1
debian/postgresql-15
15.12-0+deb12u2
15.10-0+deb12u1
debian/postgresql-17
17.4-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-10979?

    CVE-2024-10979 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-10979?

    To fix CVE-2024-10979, upgrade to PostgreSQL versions 13.18-0+deb11u1, 15.10-0+deb12u1, or 17.2-1.

  • What vulnerabilities are associated with CVE-2024-10979?

    CVE-2024-10979 allows unprivileged users to modify sensitive process environment variables in PostgreSQL PL/Perl.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-10979?

    Users of PostgreSQL versions earlier than 13.18, 15.10, or 17.2 who utilize PL/Perl may be affected by CVE-2024-10979.

  • What can happen if CVE-2024-10979 is exploited?

    Exploitation of CVE-2024-10979 can lead to arbitrary code execution, compromising the security of the database server.

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