Vulnerability Description
The changelog command in Apt before 1.0.9.2 allows local users to write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the changelog file.
CVSS Score
3.6
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Advanced Package Tool | <= 1.0.9.1 |
| Debian | Apt | 0.9.7.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61158
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61333
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61768
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-3048Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70310
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2370-1Vendor Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=763780
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96951
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61158
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61333
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61768
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-3048Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70310
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2370-1Vendor Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=763780
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-7206?
CVE-2014-7206 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.6 (LOW). The changelog command in Apt before 1.0.9.2 allows local users to write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the changelog file.
How severe is CVE-2014-7206?
CVE-2014-7206 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-7206?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Advanced Package Tool, Debian Apt.