Vulnerability Description
scripts/amsvis/powerpcAMS/amsnet.py in powerpc-utils-python uses the pickle Python module unsafely, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted serialized object.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Powerpc-Utils Project | Powerpc-Utils | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2607.html
- http://sourceforge.net/p/powerpc-utils/mailman/message/32884230/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/02/09/4
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72537
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1073139
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/100788
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2607.html
- http://sourceforge.net/p/powerpc-utils/mailman/message/32884230/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/02/09/4
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72537
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1073139
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/100788
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-8165?
CVE-2014-8165 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). scripts/amsvis/powerpcAMS/amsnet.py in powerpc-utils-python uses the pickle Python module unsafely, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted serialized object.
How severe is CVE-2014-8165?
CVE-2014-8165 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-8165?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Powerpc-Utils Project Powerpc-Utils.