CVE-2011-3871: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2011-3871: Puppet 2.7.x before 2.7.5, 2.6.x before 2.6.11, and 0.25.x, when running in --edit mode, uses a predictable...

Puppet 2.7.x before 2.7.5, 2.6.x before 2.6.11, and 0.25.x, when running in --edit mode, uses a predictable file name, which allows local users to run arbitrary Puppet code or trick a user into editing arbitrary files.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 23:53 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is an old Puppet flaw affecting specific legacy versions when Puppet is run in --edit mode. A predictable temporary file name could let a local user influence what is edited or cause arbitrary Puppet code to run. The issue matters mainly where outdated Puppet remains on shared systems. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix/Linux hosts still running affected Puppet releases and using --edit mode. Internet exposure is not indicated; the described attacker position is local user access. Treat this as a legacy hygiene issue unless affected Puppet versions remain in use. Prioritize remediation on shared administration hosts or systems where local users can interact with Puppet workflows. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Puppet 2.7.x to 2.7.5 or later.; Upgrade Puppet 2.6.x to 2.6.11 or later.; Replace Puppet 0.25.x with a supported fixed release..

Prepared: Jun 27, 2026, 17:48 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Oct 27, 2011, 20:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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