Vulnerability Description
The ldns-keygen tool in ldns 1.6.x uses the current umask to set the privileges of the private key, which might allow local users to obtain the private key by reading the file.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nlnetlabs | Ldns | 1.6.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/05/03/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/05/05/4
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67200
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=746758
- https://www.nlnetlabs.nl/bugs-script/show_bug.cgi?id=573
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/05/03/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/05/05/4
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67200
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=746758
- https://www.nlnetlabs.nl/bugs-script/show_bug.cgi?id=573
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-3209?
CVE-2014-3209 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The ldns-keygen tool in ldns 1.6.x uses the current umask to set the privileges of the private key, which might allow local users to obtain the private key by reading the file.
How severe is CVE-2014-3209?
CVE-2014-3209 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-3209?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nlnetlabs Ldns.