Vulnerability Description
main.C in maildrop 2.3.0 and earlier, when run by root with the -d option, uses the gid of root for execution of the .mailfilter file in a user's home directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Maildrop | Maildrop | <= 2.3.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=564601
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=126462927918840&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=126468324913920&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=126468551017070&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=126468618017829&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38367Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38374Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1023515
- http://www.courier-mta.org/maildrop/changelog.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2010/dsa-1981
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=559681
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/55980
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=564601
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=126462927918840&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=126468324913920&w=2
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-0301?
CVE-2010-0301 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). main.C in maildrop 2.3.0 and earlier, when run by root with the -d option, uses the gid of root for execution of the .mailfilter file in a user's home directory, which allows local users to gain privi...
How severe is CVE-2010-0301?
CVE-2010-0301 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-2010-0301?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Maildrop Maildrop.