CVE-2019-11773 : Security Advisory and Response

Eclipse OMR versions before 0.1 are affected by unused RPATHs that could lead to code injection and privilege escalation by local users.

Understanding CVE-2019-11773

What is CVE-2019-11773?

Unused RPATHs in Eclipse OMR versions prior to 0.1 may allow local users to inject code and elevate privileges.

The Impact of CVE-2019-11773

This vulnerability could potentially enable attackers to execute malicious code and gain elevated privileges on the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-11773

Vulnerability Description

AIX builds of Eclipse OMR contain unused RPATHs, which could facilitate code injection and privilege elevation by local users.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Eclipse OMR
Vendor: The Eclipse Foundation
Versions Affected: < 0.1

Exploitation Mechanism

The presence of unused RPATHs in the affected versions could be exploited by local users to inject malicious code and escalate privileges.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Eclipse OMR to version 0.1 or higher to mitigate the vulnerability.
Regularly monitor and restrict access to sensitive system areas to prevent unauthorized code injection.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security audits and code reviews to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.
Educate users on secure coding practices and the risks associated with code injection.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by The Eclipse Foundation to address known vulnerabilities in Eclipse OMR.