CVE-2011-1586: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2011-1586: Directory traversal vulnerability in the KGetMetalink::File::isValidNameAttr function in ui/metalinkcreator...

Directory traversal vulnerability in the KGetMetalink::File::isValidNameAttr function in ui/metalinkcreator/metalinker.cpp in KGet in KDE SC 4.6.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the name attribute of a file element in a metalink file. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2010-1000.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 22:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2011-1586 is a path traversal flaw in KDE KGet's metalink handling. A malicious metalink file could cause KGet to create files outside the intended download location. Business risk is mainly legacy Linux desktop exposure and possible user-level file tampering, not confirmed widespread exploitation. Likely limited to legacy systems running KDE SC 4.6.2 or earlier with KGet installed and used to process metalink files. Current exposure depends on retained old Linux desktop images, unsupported distributions, or archived software packages. Treat as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless old KDE desktops are still in use. Prioritize inventory and patch verification over emergency response because no active exploitation evidence is provided, but arbitrary file creation remains a meaningful integrity risk. Mitigation focus: Identify systems with KDE SC 4.6.2 or earlier and KGet installed.; Apply relevant KDE or distribution security updates from vendor advisories.; Remove or disable KGet where it is not operationally required..

Prepared: Jun 24, 2026, 13:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 27, 2011, 00:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://launchpad.net/bugs/757526CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
kget-name-directory-traversal(66826)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=697042CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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