Vulnerability Description
Cowbell 0.2.7.1 places a zero-length directory name in the LD_LIBRARY_PATH, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse shared library in the current working directory.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| More-Cowbell | Cowbell | 0.2.7.1 |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=598286ExploitPatch
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=598286ExploitPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-3353?
CVE-2010-3353 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). Cowbell 0.2.7.1 places a zero-length directory name in the LD_LIBRARY_PATH, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse shared library in the current working directory.
How severe is CVE-2010-3353?
CVE-2010-3353 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-2010-3353?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: More-Cowbell Cowbell.