Untrusted search path vulnerability in valgrind before 3.4.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary programs via a Trojan horse .valgrindrc file in the current working directory, as demonstrated using a malicious --db-command options. NOTE: the severity of this issue has been disputed, but CVE is including this issue because execution of a program from an untrusted directory is a common scenario.
CVSS Details
- CVSS 3.1 Base Score: 8.4
Covered by Rapid7
| Product | Vendor Advisory | Solution File | Added | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debian | — | Upgrade valgrind | Jul 30, 2024 | Nov 1, 2008 |
| Gentoo Linux | — | Upgrade dev-util/valgrind. | Oct 30, 2017 | Oct 31, 2008 |
| Redhat_linux | — | No solution exists | Jul 9, 2025 | Oct 27, 2008 |
| Suse | — | Upgrade valgrind-client-headersUpgrade valgrindUpgrade valgrind-devel | Feb 17, 2015 | Jun 28, 2013 |
Prioritise with Active Threat Intelligence
With curated Threat Intelligence, you can see which vulnerabilities truly put you at risk, prioritize what matters most, and act before attackers do.
Explore Intelligence Hub