CVE-2014-9512
UnknownEPSS 6.50%
Last modified
CVE-2014-9512 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. rsync 3.1.1 allows remote attackers to write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a file in the synchronization path.. EPSS estimates a 6.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
rsync 3.1.1 allows remote attackers to write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a file in the synchronization path.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Samba | Rsync | 3.1.1 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.1 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.2 |
| Oracle | Solaris | 10.0 |
| Oracle | Solaris | 11.3 |
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-02/msg00041.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-06/msg00112.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinoct2015-2511968.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.samba.org/show_bug.cgi?id=10977Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201605-04Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-02/msg00041.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-06/msg00112.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinoct2015-2511968.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.samba.org/show_bug.cgi?id=10977Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201605-04Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-9512?
rsync 3.1.1 allows remote attackers to write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a file in the synchronization path.
How severe is CVE-2014-9512?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-9512 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9512?
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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