Vulnerability Description
Cheetah 0.9.15 and 0.9.16 searches the /tmp directory for modules before using the paths in the PYTHONPATH variable, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a malicious module in /tmp/.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tavis Rudd | Cheetah | 0.9.15 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15386Vendor Advisory
- http://sourceforge.net/mailarchive/forum.php?thread_id=7070332&forum_id=1542Patch
- http://www.osvdb.org/16622
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15386Vendor Advisory
- http://sourceforge.net/mailarchive/forum.php?thread_id=7070332&forum_id=1542Patch
- http://www.osvdb.org/16622
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-1632?
CVE-2005-1632 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Cheetah 0.9.15 and 0.9.16 searches the /tmp directory for modules before using the paths in the PYTHONPATH variable, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a malicious module in /tmp/.
How severe is CVE-2005-1632?
CVE-2005-1632 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-1632?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tavis Rudd Cheetah.