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CVE-2014-2096: Untrusted search path vulnerability in Catfish 0.6.0 through 1.0.0 allows local users to gain privileges vi...

Untrusted search path vulnerability in Catfish 0.6.0 through 1.0.0 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse bin/catfish.py under the current working directory.

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CVE-2014-2096 affects Catfish versions 0.6.0 through 1.0.0. A local user could abuse how Catfish looks for files in its working directory to gain higher privileges. This is not a remote internet-facing issue, but it matters on shared Linux systems or endpoints where old Catfish versions may still be installed. Exposure is most likely on older Linux desktops or shared systems with Catfish 0.6.0 through 1.0.0 installed. The provided sources do not identify specific distributions, fixed versions, or package names beyond Catfish. Treat this as a targeted local privilege escalation cleanup item, not an internet emergency. Prioritize shared systems, developer workstations, and older Linux images where stale packages may persist. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Catfish 0.6.0 through 1.0.0.; Check distribution or vendor guidance for patched Catfish packages.; Remove Catfish where it is not required..

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