REDHAT-BUG-481565
First published: Mon Jan 26 2009(Updated: )
Untrusted search path vulnerability in the of Vim 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Vim |
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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/
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=493937
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2009-0316
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2008-5983
- http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2009-0316
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/01/26/2
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=481565#c3
- http://vim.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/vim/vim7/src/if_python.c?r1=1124&r2=1257
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/ftp:/ftp.vim.org/pub/vim/patches/7.2/7.2.045
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=481565
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-481565?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-481565 is considered high due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-481565?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-481565, update Vim to the latest patched version that addresses the untrusted search path vulnerability.
What systems are affected by REDHAT-BUG-481565?
The vulnerability REDHAT-BUG-481565 affects all versions of Vim that are configured to allow untrusted Python files.
What are the risks of not addressing REDHAT-BUG-481565?
Failing to address REDHAT-BUG-481565 could lead to the execution of malicious code by local users, compromising system integrity.
Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-481565?
A temporary workaround for REDHAT-BUG-481565 includes avoiding the use of Vim in directories containing untrusted Python files.
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