Apache Subversion 1.8.0/1.8.1/1.8.2 svnwcsub.py handle_options link following

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability labeled as problematic has been found in Apache Subversion 1.8.0/1.8.1/1.8.2. The impacted element is the function handle_options of the component svnwcsub.py. Such manipulation leads to link following. This vulnerability is referenced as CVE-2013-4262. No exploit is available. The affected component should be upgraded.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability was found in Apache Subversion 1.8.0/1.8.1/1.8.2 (Versioning Software). It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is the function handle_options of the component svnwcsub.py. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a link following vulnerability. Using CWE to declare the problem leads to CWE-59. The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource. Impacted is confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

The weakness was published 08/30/2013 by Daniel Shahaf with Apache Infrastructure as confirmed advisory (Website). The advisory is shared for download at subversion.apache.org. The public release has been coordinated with the vendor. This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2013-4262 since 06/12/2013. The attack may be launched remotely. A simple authentication is necessary for exploitation. There are known technical details, but no exploit is available.

The vulnerability scanner Nessus provides a plugin with the ID 71568 (Apache Subversion 1.4.x - 1.7.12 / 1.8.x < 1.8.3 Multiple Symlink File Overwrite Vulnerabilities), which helps to determine the existence of the flaw in a target environment. It is assigned to the family Windows and running in the context l. The commercial vulnerability scanner Qualys is able to test this issue with plugin 121449 (Apache Subversion Multiple Security Vulnerabilities).

Upgrading to version 1.8.3 eliminates this vulnerability. A possible mitigation has been published immediately after the disclosure of the vulnerability.

The vulnerability is also documented in the databases at Tenable (71568), SecurityFocus (BID 62266†) and OSVDB (96932†). Similar entries are available at VDB-9826, VDB-10157, VDB-10158 and VDB-10159. VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

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Class: Link following
CWE: CWE-59
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Nessus ID: 71568
Nessus Name: Apache Subversion 1.4.x - 1.7.12 / 1.8.x < 1.8.3 Multiple Symlink File Overwrite Vulnerabilities
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Recommended: Upgrade
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Upgrade: Subversion 1.8.3

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Sourcesinfo

Vendor: apache.org

Advisory: subversion.apache.org
Researcher: Daniel Shahaf
Organization: Apache Infrastructure
Status: Confirmed
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CVE: CVE-2013-4262 (🔍)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2013-4262
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-10160

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SecurityFocus: 62266 - Apache Subversion CVE-2013-4277 Insecure Temporary File Creation Vulnerability
OSVDB: 96932

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Entryinfo

Created: 09/09/2013 17:14
Updated: 05/24/2021 08:41
Changes: 09/09/2013 17:14 (67), 04/30/2019 18:43 (6), 05/24/2021 08:41 (3)
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