Vulnerability Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in libbrlttybba.so in brltty 3.7.2 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted library, related to an incorrect RPATH setting.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mielke | Brltty | 3.7.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39231Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2010-0181.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/0755Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=457942
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39231Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2010-0181.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/0755Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=457942
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3279?
CVE-2008-3279 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). Untrusted search path vulnerability in libbrlttybba.so in brltty 3.7.2 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted library, related to an incorrect RPATH setting.
How severe is CVE-2008-3279?
CVE-2008-3279 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3279?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mielke Brltty.