Vulnerability Description
Aptdaemon 0.43 and earlier in Ubuntu 11.04, 11.10, and 12.04 LTS does not authenticate packages when the transaction is not simulated, which allows remote attackers to install arbitrary packages via a man-in-the-middle attack.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sebastian Heinlein | Aptdaemon | <= 0.42 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 11.04 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48688Vendor Advisory
- http://ubuntu.com/usn/usn-1414-1
- http://www.osvdb.org/80887
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52855
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/%2Bsource/aptdaemon/%2Bbug/959131
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74553
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48688Vendor Advisory
- http://ubuntu.com/usn/usn-1414-1
- http://www.osvdb.org/80887
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52855
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/%2Bsource/aptdaemon/%2Bbug/959131
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74553
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-0944?
CVE-2012-0944 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Aptdaemon 0.43 and earlier in Ubuntu 11.04, 11.10, and 12.04 LTS does not authenticate packages when the transaction is not simulated, which allows remote attackers to install arbitrary packages via a...
How severe is CVE-2012-0944?
CVE-2012-0944 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-0944?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sebastian Heinlein Aptdaemon, Canonical Ubuntu Linux.