Vulnerability Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in the (1) "VST plugin with Python scripting" and (2) "VST plugin for writing score generators in Python" in Csound 5.08.2, and possibly other versions, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse Python file in the current working directory, related to a vulnerability in the PySys_SetArgv function (CVE-2008-5983).
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Csound | Csound | 5.08.2 |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=504359
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/01/26/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33446
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=481550
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/48276
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=504359
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/01/26/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33446
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=481550
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/48276
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5986?
CVE-2008-5986 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). Untrusted search path vulnerability in the (1) "VST plugin with Python scripting" and (2) "VST plugin for writing score generators in Python" in Csound 5.08.2, and possibly other versions, allows loca...
How severe is CVE-2008-5986?
CVE-2008-5986 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-2008-5986?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Csound Csound.