CVE-2010-3088: Code Injection
First published: Fri Oct 08 2010(Updated: )
The notify function in pidgin-knotify.c in the pidgin-knotify plugin 0.2.1 and earlier for Pidgin allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a message.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Pidgin KNotify | <=0.2.1 | |
| Pidgin KNotify | =0.1 | |
| Pidgin KNotify | =0.1.2 | |
| Pidgin KNotify | =0.2.0 | |
| Pidgin |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-3088?
CVE-2010-3088 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2010-3088?
To fix CVE-2010-3088, upgrade the pidgin-knotify plugin to version 0.2.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2010-3088?
Users of pidgin-knotify plugin version 0.2.1 and earlier are affected by CVE-2010-3088.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2010-3088?
CVE-2010-3088 is a remote code execution vulnerability.
What could attackers do using CVE-2010-3088?
Attackers could execute arbitrary commands on the victim's system via crafted messages.
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