Vulnerability Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in the Python module in xchat 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Xchat | Xchat | All versions |
References
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:059
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/01/26/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33444
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=481560
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:059
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/01/26/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33444
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=481560
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-0315?
CVE-2009-0315 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). Untrusted search path vulnerability in the Python module in xchat allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse Python file in the current working directory, related to a vulnerabili...
How severe is CVE-2009-0315?
CVE-2009-0315 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-2009-0315?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xchat Xchat.