CVE-2003-0068: High severity Michael Jennings Eterm vulnerability
The Eterm terminal emulator 0.9.1 and earlier allows attackers to modify the window title via a certain character escape sequence and then insert it back to the command line in the user's terminal, e.g. when the user views a file containing the malicious sequence, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0068?
CVE-2003-0068 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for allowing command execution manipulation.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0068?
To fix CVE-2003-0068, users should upgrade to Eterm version 0.9.2 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2003-0068?
CVE-2003-0068 affects Eterm version 0.9.1 and earlier, including version 0.8.10.
Can CVE-2003-0068 lead to other attacks?
Yes, CVE-2003-0068 can potentially be exploited to execute arbitrary commands if an attacker can manipulate the terminal environment.
What are the symptoms of CVE-2003-0068 exploitation?
Symptoms of exploitation of CVE-2003-0068 may include unexpected behavior when interacting with terminal applications or unexpected command execution.