CRITICAL · 9.8

CVE-2019-12450

file_copy_fallback in gio/gfile.c in GNOME GLib 2.15.0 through 2.61.1 does not properly restrict file permissions while a copy operation is in progress. Instead, default permissions are used.

Vulnerability Description

file_copy_fallback in gio/gfile.c in GNOME GLib 2.15.0 through 2.61.1 does not properly restrict file permissions while a copy operation is in progress. Instead, default permissions are used.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
GnomeGlib>= 2.15.0, <= 2.61.1
DebianDebian Linux8.0
RedhatEnterprise Linux8.0
RedhatEnterprise Linux Eus8.1
RedhatEnterprise Linux Server Aus8.2
RedhatEnterprise Linux Server Tus8.2
CanonicalUbuntu Linux12.04
OpensuseLeap15.0
FedoraprojectFedora30

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2019-12450?

CVE-2019-12450 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). file_copy_fallback in gio/gfile.c in GNOME GLib 2.15.0 through 2.61.1 does not properly restrict file permissions while a copy operation is in progress. Instead, default permissions are used.

How severe is CVE-2019-12450?

CVE-2019-12450 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2019-12450?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnome Glib, Debian Debian Linux, Redhat Enterprise Linux, Redhat Enterprise Linux Eus, Redhat Enterprise Linux Server Aus.