CVE-2011-1829
UnknownEPSS 1.69%
Last modified
CVE-2011-1829 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. APT before 0.8.15.2 does not properly validate inline GPG signatures, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to install modified packages via vectors involving lack of an initial clearsigned message.. EPSS estimates a 1.69% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
APT before 0.8.15.2 does not properly validate inline GPG signatures, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to install modified packages via vectors involving lack of an initial clearsigned message.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Advanced Package Tool | < 0.8.15.2 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 11.04 |
References
- http://launchpadlibrarian.net/75126628/apt_0.8.13.2ubuntu2_0.8.13.2ubuntu4.1.diff.gzPatch, Third Party Advisory
- http://packages.debian.org/changelogs/pool/main/a/apt/current/changelogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48671Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1169-1Third Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/68560Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/784473Third Party Advisory
- http://launchpadlibrarian.net/75126628/apt_0.8.13.2ubuntu2_0.8.13.2ubuntu4.1.diff.gzPatch, Third Party Advisory
- http://packages.debian.org/changelogs/pool/main/a/apt/current/changelogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48671Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1169-1Third Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/68560Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/784473Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-1829?
APT before 0.8.15.2 does not properly validate inline GPG signatures, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to install modified packages via vectors involving lack of an initial clearsigned message.
How severe is CVE-2011-1829?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-1829 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1829?
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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