Vulnerability Description
The FakeFile implementation in the sandbox environment in the Google App Engine Python SDK before 1.5.4 does not properly control the opening of files, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions and create arbitrary files via ALLOWED_MODES and ALLOWED_DIRS changes within the code parameter to _ah/admin/interactive/execute, a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-1364.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| App Engine Python Sdk | <= 1.5.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blog.watchfire.com/files/googleappenginesdk.pdfExploit
- http://code.google.com/p/googleappengine/wiki/SdkReleaseNotesPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50464
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71064
- http://blog.watchfire.com/files/googleappenginesdk.pdfExploit
- http://code.google.com/p/googleappengine/wiki/SdkReleaseNotesPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50464
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71064
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-4211?
CVE-2011-4211 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The FakeFile implementation in the sandbox environment in the Google App Engine Python SDK before 1.5.4 does not properly control the opening of files, which allows local users to bypass intended acce...
How severe is CVE-2011-4211?
CVE-2011-4211 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-4211?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google App Engine Python Sdk.