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CVE-2014-0490

UnknownEPSS 3.61%

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CVE-2014-0490 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The apt-get download command in APT before 1.0.9 does not properly validate signatures for packages, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted package.. EPSS estimates a 3.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The apt-get download command in APT before 1.0.9 does not properly validate signatures for packages, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted package.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
3.61%

88.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
DebianAdvanced Package Tool<= 1.0.8
DebianAdvanced Package Tool1.0.3
DebianAdvanced Package Tool1.0.4
DebianAdvanced Package Tool1.0.5
DebianAdvanced Package Tool1.0.6
DebianAdvanced Package Tool1.0.7

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-0490?
The apt-get download command in APT before 1.0.9 does not properly validate signatures for packages, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted package.
How severe is CVE-2014-0490?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-0490 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0490?
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