Arch Linux update for evolution
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2018-15587 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-451 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Arch Linux Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Arch Linux |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Spoofing attack
EUVDB-ID: #VU17667
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2018-15587
CWE-ID:
CWE-451 - User Interface (UI) Misrepresentation of Critical Information (Clickjacking, spoofing)
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to conduct spoofing attack.
The vulnerability exists due to improper validation of OpenPGP signatures. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a malicious email with valid PGP-signed data as an attachment and either inject arbitrary script code, which could be used to trick the user into disclosing sensitive information, or conduct further attacks.
MitigationUpdate the affected package evolution to version 3.32.0-1.
Vulnerable software versionsArch Linux: All versions
External linkshttp://security.archlinux.org/advisory/ASA-201904-3
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.
