Vulnerability identifier: #VU11646
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Patch
Server applications /
File servers (FTP/HTTP)
Vendor: GNU
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The weakness exists in the EDITOR_PROGRAM invocation due to improper input validation. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted patch file and execute arbitrary code.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Patch: 2.7.6
External links
http://savannah.gnu.org/bugs/index.php?53566
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.