SB2017082813 - Improper access control in xbindkeys-config



SB2017082813 - Improper access control in xbindkeys-config

Published: August 28, 2017 Updated: August 8, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2017082813
CSH Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2014-9513)

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

Insecure use of temporary files in xbindkeys-config 0.1.3-2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.