[ GLSA 202008-03 ] Ark

[GLSA]

Gentoo Linux Security Advisory

Title: Ark: Arbitrary code execution (GLSA 202008-03)
Severity: normal
Exploitable: remote
Date: 2020-08-08
Bug(s): #734622
ID: 202008-03

Synopsis

Ark was found to allow arbitrary file overwrite, possibly allowing
arbitrary code execution.


Background

Ark is a graphical file compression/decompression utility with support
for multiple formats.


Affected Packages

Package: kde-apps/ark
Vulnerable: < 20.04.3-r1
Unaffected: >= 20.04.3-r1
Architectures: All supported architectures


Description

A maliciously crafted archive with “../” in the file path(s) could
install files anywhere in the user’s home directory upon extraction.


Impact

A remote attacker could entice a user to open a specially crafted
archive using Ark, possibly resulting in execution of arbitrary code with
the privileges of the process or a Denial of Service condition.


Workaround

Avoid opening untrusted archives.

Resolution

All Ark users should upgrade to the latest version: