CVE-2012-0944
UnknownEPSS 1.21%
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CVE-2012-0944 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Aptdaemon 0.43 and earlier in Ubuntu 11.04, 11.10, and 12.04 LTS does not authenticate packages when the transaction is not simulated, which allows remote attackers to install arbitrary packages via a man-in-the-middle attack.. EPSS estimates a 1.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Aptdaemon 0.43 and earlier in Ubuntu 11.04, 11.10, and 12.04 LTS does not authenticate packages when the transaction is not simulated, which allows remote attackers to install arbitrary packages via a man-in-the-middle attack.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sebastian Heinlein | Aptdaemon | <= 0.42 | — |
| Sebastian Heinlein | Aptdaemon | 0.20 | — |
| Sebastian Heinlein | Aptdaemon | 0.30 | — |
| Sebastian Heinlein | Aptdaemon | 0.31 | — |
| Sebastian Heinlein | Aptdaemon | 0.32 | — |
| Sebastian Heinlein | Aptdaemon | 0.33 | — |
| Sebastian Heinlein | Aptdaemon | 0.34 | — |
| Sebastian Heinlein | Aptdaemon | 0.40 | — |
| Sebastian Heinlein | Aptdaemon | 0.41 | — |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 11.04 | — |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 11.10 | — |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 12.04 | Lts |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48688Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48688Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-0944?
Aptdaemon 0.43 and earlier in Ubuntu 11.04, 11.10, and 12.04 LTS does not authenticate packages when the transaction is not simulated, which allows remote attackers to install arbitrary packages via a man-in-the-middle attack.
How severe is CVE-2012-0944?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-0944 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0944?
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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