CVE-2009-0314: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-0314: Untrusted search path vulnerability in the Python module in gedit allows local users to execute arbitrary c...

Untrusted search path vulnerability in the Python module in gedit allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse Python file in the current working directory, related to a vulnerability in the PySys_SetArgv function (CVE-2008-5983).

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 04:31 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2009-0314 is a legacy local code-execution issue in gedit's Python module. If a local user can influence the working directory, gedit may load a malicious Python file from that directory. The source bundle does not show internet-facing exposure or confirmed active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on older Linux desktop systems or images carrying vulnerable gedit/Python module packages from the 2009 advisory period. The provided data does not identify exact affected versions, CPEs, or currently supported products. Treat this as a legacy hygiene issue unless vulnerable desktop systems remain in use. It is not presented as remotely exploitable or KEV-listed, but it can matter on shared workstations, jump boxes, or old images where local code execution can support broader compromise. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for gedit and related Python plugin packages.; Review Fedora, Mandriva, and Gentoo advisories for fixed package guidance.; Upgrade or remove vulnerable legacy gedit packages where vendor guidance confirms exposure..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:23 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 28, 2009, 11:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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gedit-pysyssetargv-privilege-escalation(48271)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
FEDORA-2009-1189CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=481556CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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