CVE-2014-5509
UnknownEPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2014-5509 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. clipedit in the Clipboard module for Perl allows local users to delete arbitrary files via a symlink attack on /tmp/clipedit$$.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
clipedit in the Clipboard module for Perl allows local users to delete arbitrary files via a symlink attack on /tmp/clipedit$$.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Clipboard Project | Clipboard | All versions |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/08/30/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69473Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1135624Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://rt.cpan.org/Public/Bug/Display.html?id=98435Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/08/30/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69473Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1135624Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://rt.cpan.org/Public/Bug/Display.html?id=98435Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-5509?
clipedit in the Clipboard module for Perl allows local users to delete arbitrary files via a symlink attack on /tmp/clipedit$$.
How severe is CVE-2014-5509?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-5509 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5509?
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-2014-5509?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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