CVE-2015-1865
MEDIUMCVSS 5.1/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2015-1865 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.1/10 on the CVSS scale. fts.c in coreutils 8.4 allows local users to delete arbitrary files.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
fts.c in coreutils 8.4 allows local users to delete arbitrary files.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Coreutils | 8.4 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76073Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1211300Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76073Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1211300Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-1865?
fts.c in coreutils 8.4 allows local users to delete arbitrary files.
How severe is CVE-2015-1865?
CVE-2015-1865 has a CVSS score of 5.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1865?
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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