Vulnerability Description
apt 0.7.20 does not check when the date command returns an "invalid date" error, which can prevent apt from loading security updates in time zones for which DST occurs at midnight.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Advanced Package Tool | 0.7.20 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=523213
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34829
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34832
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34874
- http://www.debian.org/security/2009/dsa-1779
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/04/08/11
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/coreutils/+bug/354793
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/762-1/
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=523213
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34829
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34832
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34874
- http://www.debian.org/security/2009/dsa-1779
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/04/08/11
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/coreutils/+bug/354793
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1300?
CVE-2009-1300 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). apt 0.7.20 does not check when the date command returns an "invalid date" error, which can prevent apt from loading security updates in time zones for which DST occurs at midnight.
How severe is CVE-2009-1300?
CVE-2009-1300 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-1300?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Advanced Package Tool.