CVE-2014-2277
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.35%
Last modified
CVE-2014-2277 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The make_temporary_filename function in perltidy 20120701-1 and earlier allows local users to obtain sensitive information or write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack, related to use of the tmpnam function.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The make_temporary_filename function in perltidy 20120701-1 and earlier allows local users to obtain sensitive information or write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack, related to use of the tmpnam function.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Perltidy Project | Perltidy | <= 2012-07-01-1 |
References
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-March/130464.htmlIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-March/130479.htmlIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/03/09/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/66139Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1074720Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/92104Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-March/130464.htmlIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2014-March/130479.htmlIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/03/09/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/66139Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1074720Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/92104Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-2277?
The make_temporary_filename function in perltidy 20120701-1 and earlier allows local users to obtain sensitive information or write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack, related to use of the tmpnam function.
How severe is CVE-2014-2277?
CVE-2014-2277 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2277?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2014-2277?
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