Vulnerability Description
Ember 0.5.7 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
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Erik Hjortsberg | Ember | 0.5.7 |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=598288ExploitPatch
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=598288ExploitPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-3355?
CVE-2010-3355 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). Ember 0.5.7 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-2010-3355?
CVE-2010-3355 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-2010-3355?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Erik Hjortsberg Ember.