Vulnerability Description
GNU Project Debugger (GDB) before 7.5, when .debug_gdb_scripts is defined, automatically loads certain files from the current working directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via crafted files such as Python scripts.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Gdb | <= 7.4.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-0522.html
- http://sourceware.org/cgi-bin/cvsweb.cgi/~checkout~/src/gdb/NEWS?content-type=te
- http://sourceware.org/ml/gdb-patches/2011-04/msg00559.html
- http://sourceware.org/ml/gdb-patches/2011-05/msg00202.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1028191
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-0522.html
- http://sourceware.org/cgi-bin/cvsweb.cgi/~checkout~/src/gdb/NEWS?content-type=te
- http://sourceware.org/ml/gdb-patches/2011-04/msg00559.html
- http://sourceware.org/ml/gdb-patches/2011-05/msg00202.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1028191
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-4355?
CVE-2011-4355 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). GNU Project Debugger (GDB) before 7.5, when .debug_gdb_scripts is defined, automatically loads certain files from the current working directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via crafted...
How severe is CVE-2011-4355?
CVE-2011-4355 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-2011-4355?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Gdb.