REDHAT-BUG-481560
First published: Mon Jan 26 2009(Updated: )
Untrusted search path vulnerability in the Python module of xchat 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 (test case, PoC): <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> Proposed patch: The Debian patch for similar dia's Python related issue, available at: <a href="http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?msg=5;filename=pythonpath.diff;att=1;bug=504251">http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?msg=5;filename=pythonpath.diff;att=1;bug=504251</a> should be sufficient to resolve this issue.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| XChat | ||
| CPython |
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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?msg=5;filename=pythonpath.diff;att=1;bug=504251
- http://www.redhat.com/security/updates/classification/
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2009-0315
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2008-5983
- http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2009-0315
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/01/26/2
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=482814#c1
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=482814#c4
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=482814#c5
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=481556#c8
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=341543
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=341543&action=edit
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=341544
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=341544&action=edit
- https://access.redhat.com/security/updates/classification/
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=481560
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-481560?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-481560 is considered high due to the potential for arbitrary code execution by local users.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-481560?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-481560, ensure that your Python version and XChat are updated to the latest patches that address this vulnerability.
Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-481560?
Local users running vulnerable versions of the XChat application and the Python module are affected by REDHAT-BUG-481560.
What causes the REDHAT-BUG-481560 vulnerability?
The REDHAT-BUG-481560 vulnerability is caused by an untrusted search path, allowing execution of malicious Python files through improper handling of sys.path.
Is there a known exploit for REDHAT-BUG-481560?
Yes, there are reported test cases and proof-of-concept exploits demonstrating the REDHAT-BUG-481560 vulnerability in the wild.
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