CVE-2009-0315
Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in the Python module in xchat allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse Python file in the current working directory, related to a vulnerability in the PySys_SetArgv function (CVE-2008-5983).
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CVSS Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
AV:LAccess VectorLocal
AC:MAccess ComplexityMedium
Au:NAuthenticationNone
Impact
C:CConfidentialityComplete
I:CIntegrityComplete
A:CAvailabilityComplete
Weaknesses
Affected Products
xchat
oss-projectaka xchat gnome, xchat wdk
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Exploitability
No known exploits, KEV entries, or remediation guidance available for this vulnerability yet.
References
http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:059
mandriva.com
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/01/26/2
openwall.com
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33444
securityfocus.com
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