CVE-2009-4490: Input Validation
First published: Wed Jan 13 2010(Updated: )
mini_httpd 1.19 writes data to a log file without sanitizing non-printable characters, which might allow remote attackers to modify a window's title, or possibly execute arbitrary commands or overwrite files, via an HTTP request containing an escape sequence for a terminal emulator.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Acme Mini-httpd | =1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-4490?
CVE-2009-4490 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for remote command execution and file modification.
How do I fix CVE-2009-4490?
To fix CVE-2009-4490, update to a version of mini_httpd that addresses this vulnerability or sanitize log outputs.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2009-4490?
The potential impacts of CVE-2009-4490 include arbitrary command execution, modification of a window's title, and potential file overwrites.
Which versions of mini_httpd are affected by CVE-2009-4490?
CVE-2009-4490 specifically affects mini_httpd version 1.19.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2009-4490?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2009-4490 by sending crafted HTTP requests with non-printable characters that trigger unfiltered output in log files.
- agent/references
- agent/type
- agent/softwarecombine
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/weakness
- agent/severity
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/author
- agent/description
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/event
- agent/source
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-historical
- vendor/acme
- canonical/acme mini-httpd
- version/acme mini-httpd/1.19