CVE-2011-4125
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.23%
Last modified
CVE-2011-4125 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A untrusted search path issue was found in Calibre at devices/linux_mount_helper.c leading to the ability of unprivileged users to execute any program as root.. EPSS estimates a 2.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A untrusted search path issue was found in Calibre at devices/linux_mount_helper.c leading to the ability of unprivileged users to execute any program as root.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Calibre-Ebook | Calibre | All versions |
References
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/calibre/+bug/885027Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://git.zx2c4.com/calibre-mount-helper-exploit/about/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://lwn.net/Articles/464824/Not Applicable, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/11/02/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/calibre/+bug/885027Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://git.zx2c4.com/calibre-mount-helper-exploit/about/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://lwn.net/Articles/464824/Not Applicable, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/11/02/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-4125?
A untrusted search path issue was found in Calibre at devices/linux_mount_helper.c leading to the ability of unprivileged users to execute any program as root.
How severe is CVE-2011-4125?
CVE-2011-4125 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4125?
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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