Vulnerability Description
APT before 1.0.4 does not properly validate source packages, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to download and install Trojan horse packages by removing the Release signature.
CVSS Score
4.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Advanced Package Tool | <= 1.0.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/58843
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59358
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-2958
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2246-1
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=749795Exploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/58843
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59358
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-2958
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2246-1
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=749795Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-0478?
CVE-2014-0478 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.0 (MEDIUM). APT before 1.0.4 does not properly validate source packages, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to download and install Trojan horse packages by removing the Release signature.
How severe is CVE-2014-0478?
CVE-2014-0478 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-0478?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Advanced Package Tool.