CVE-2015-0840
UnknownEPSS 1.84%
Last modified
CVE-2015-0840 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The dpkg-source command in Debian dpkg before 1.16.16 and 1.17.x before 1.17.25 allows remote attackers to bypass signature verification via a crafted Debian source control file (.dsc).. EPSS estimates a 1.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The dpkg-source command in Debian dpkg before 1.16.16 and 1.17.x before 1.17.25 allows remote attackers to bypass signature verification via a crafted Debian source control file (.dsc).
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Dpkg | <= 1.16.15 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.0 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.1 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.2 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.3 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.4 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.5 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.6 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.7 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.8 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.9 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.10 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.11 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.12 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.13 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.14 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.15 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.16 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.17 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.18 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.19 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.20 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.21 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.22 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.23 |
| Debian | Dpkg | 1.17.24 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 10.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 12.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.10 |
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3217Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3217Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-0840?
The dpkg-source command in Debian dpkg before 1.16.16 and 1.17.x before 1.17.25 allows remote attackers to bypass signature verification via a crafted Debian source control file (.dsc).
How severe is CVE-2015-0840?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-0840 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0840?
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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