REDHAT-BUG-481556
First published: Mon Jan 26 2009(Updated: )
Untrusted search path vulnerability in gedit's Python module allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse Python file in the current working directory, related to an erroneous setting of sys.path by the PySys_SetArgv function. References: <a href="http://www.nabble.com/Bug-484305%3A-bicyclerepair%3A-bike.vim-imports-untrusted-python-files-from-cwd-td18848099.html">http://www.nabble.com/Bug-484305%3A-bicyclerepair%3A-bike.vim-imports-untrusted-python-files-from-cwd-td18848099.html</a> Debian bug report for similar eog issue: <a href="http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=504352#4">http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=504352#4</a> Proposed patch: Not sure, if gedi'ts upstream has been reported about this issue. The Debian patch for similar eog's Python related issue, available at: <a href="http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?msg=5;filename=02_sanitize_sys.path.patch;att=1;bug=504352">http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?msg=5;filename=02_sanitize_sys.path.patch;att=1;bug=504352</a> should be sufficient to resolve this issue.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNOME Text Editor |
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Reference Links
- http://www.nabble.com/Bug-484305%3A-bicyclerepair%3A-bike.vim-imports-untrusted-python-files-from-cwd-td18848099.html
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=504352#4
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?msg=5;filename=02_sanitize_sys.path.patch;att=1;bug=504352
- http://www.redhat.com/security/updates/classification/
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=330022
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=330022&action=edit
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=330031&action=diff
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=330031&action=edit
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=481556#c0
- http://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=569214
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2009-0314
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2008-5983
- http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2009-0314
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/01/26/2
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=482814
- https://access.redhat.com/security/updates/classification/
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=481556
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-481556?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-481556 is classified as high due to the potential for arbitrary code execution by local users.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-481556?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-481556, ensure that the gedit Python module is updated to a version that corrects the untrusted search path vulnerability.
Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-481556?
Local users of the gedit text editor are affected by REDHAT-BUG-481556 if they can execute Python code.
Can REDHAT-BUG-481556 be exploited remotely?
No, REDHAT-BUG-481556 cannot be exploited remotely; it requires local access to the system.
What systems are at risk from REDHAT-BUG-481556?
Systems running vulnerable versions of gedit and allowing local user access are at risk from REDHAT-BUG-481556.
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