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CVE-2008-1132

Untrusted search path vulnerability in src/mainwindow.c in Net Activity Viewer 0...

Medium CVSS 4.7

Overview

Untrusted search path vulnerability in src/mainwindow.c in Net Activity Viewer 0.2.1 allows local users with Net Activity Viewer privileges to execute arbitrary code via a malicious gksu program, which is invoked during the Restart As Root action.

CWE: CWE-264 Published: 2008-03-04T00:44:00.000
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟡 MEDIUM.

  • CVSS: 4.7 (MEDIUM)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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