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CVE-2008-2378

UnknownEPSS 0.35%

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CVE-2008-2378 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Untrusted search path vulnerability in hfkernel in hf 0.7.3 and 0.8 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse killall program in a directory in the PATH, related to improper handling of the -k option.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Untrusted search path vulnerability in hfkernel in hf 0.7.3 and 0.8 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse killall program in a directory in the PATH, related to improper handling of the -k option.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.35%

26.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
HfHf0.7.3
HfHf0.8

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-2378?
Untrusted search path vulnerability in hfkernel in hf 0.7.3 and 0.8 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse killall program in a directory in the PATH, related to improper handling of the -k option.
How severe is CVE-2008-2378?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-2378 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2378?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST