CVE-2019-17080
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 8.20%
Last modified
CVE-2019-17080 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. mintinstall (aka Software Manager) 7.9.9 for Linux Mint allows code execution if a REVIEWS_CACHE file is controlled by an attacker, because an unpickle occurs. This is resolved in 8.0.0 and backports.. EPSS estimates a 8.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
mintinstall (aka Software Manager) 7.9.9 for Linux Mint allows code execution if a REVIEWS_CACHE file is controlled by an attacker, because an unpickle occurs. This is resolved in 8.0.0 and backports.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linuxmint | Mintinstall | 7.9.9 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/154722/mintinstall-7.9.9-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://forums.linuxmint.com/viewtopic.php?f=143&t=302960Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/Andhrimnirr/Mintinstall-object-injectionExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/linuxmint/mintinstall/blob/master/debian/changelogRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/154722/mintinstall-7.9.9-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://forums.linuxmint.com/viewtopic.php?f=143&t=302960Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/Andhrimnirr/Mintinstall-object-injectionExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/linuxmint/mintinstall/blob/master/debian/changelogRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-17080?
mintinstall (aka Software Manager) 7.9.9 for Linux Mint allows code execution if a REVIEWS_CACHE file is controlled by an attacker, because an unpickle occurs. This is resolved in 8.0.0 and backports.
How severe is CVE-2019-17080?
CVE-2019-17080 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 8.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-17080?
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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