Vulnerability Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in hfkernel in hf 0.7.3 and 0.8 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse killall program in a directory in the PATH, related to improper handling of the -k option.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hf | Hf | 0.7.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=504182
- http://osvdb.org/50231
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32831Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32855PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1668Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32421Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46806
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=504182
- http://osvdb.org/50231
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32831Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32855PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1668Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32421Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46806
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-2378?
CVE-2008-2378 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Untrusted search path vulnerability in hfkernel in hf 0.7.3 and 0.8 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse killall program in a directory in the PATH, related to improper handling of...
How severe is CVE-2008-2378?
CVE-2008-2378 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-2008-2378?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hf Hf.