Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the HTTP transport code in apt-get in APT 1.0.1 and earlier allows man-in-the-middle attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted URL.
CVSS Score
6.8
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Advanced Package Tool | <= 1.0.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61605
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61710
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-3031Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70075
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2353-1PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96151
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61605
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61710
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-3031Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70075
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2353-1PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96151
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-6273?
CVE-2014-6273 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in the HTTP transport code in apt-get in APT 1.0.1 and earlier allows man-in-the-middle attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted ...
How severe is CVE-2014-6273?
CVE-2014-6273 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-6273?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Advanced Package Tool.