Vulnerability Description
emacs/lisp/progmodes/python.el in Emacs 22.1 and 22.2 imports Python script from the current working directory during editing of a Python file, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse Python file.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Suse | Suse Linux | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.gnu.org/archive/html/emacs-devel/2008-09/msg00215.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-09/msg00004.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31982
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34004
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200902-06.xml
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2008:216
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31052
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=424340
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45021
- http://lists.gnu.org/archive/html/emacs-devel/2008-09/msg00215.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-09/msg00004.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31982
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34004
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200902-06.xml
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2008:216
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3949?
CVE-2008-3949 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). emacs/lisp/progmodes/python.el in Emacs 22.1 and 22.2 imports Python script from the current working directory during editing of a Python file, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a...
How severe is CVE-2008-3949?
CVE-2008-3949 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-2008-3949?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Suse Suse Linux.