2.1
CWE
20
Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2010-0002: Input Validation

First published: Thu Jan 14 2010(Updated: )

The /etc/profile.d/60alias.sh script in the Mandriva bash package for Bash 2.05b, 3.0, 3.2, 3.2.48, and 4.0 enables the --show-control-chars option in LS_OPTIONS, which allows local users to send escape sequences to terminal emulators, or hide the existence of a file, via a crafted filename.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
GNU Bash=3.2.48
GNU Bash=2.05-b
GNU Bash=3.0
GNU Bash=4.0
GNU Bash=3.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2010-0002?

    CVE-2010-0002 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for local users to exploit the vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2010-0002?

    To fix CVE-2010-0002, update the GNU Bash package to the latest version available from your distribution.

  • What versions of Bash are affected by CVE-2010-0002?

    CVE-2010-0002 affects Bash versions 2.05b, 3.0, 3.2, 3.2.48, and 4.0.

  • Can CVE-2010-0002 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2010-0002 cannot be exploited remotely; it requires local access to the system.

  • What impact does CVE-2010-0002 have on system security?

    CVE-2010-0002 could allow local users to manipulate terminal output and potentially hide files, impacting system integrity.

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