CVE-2011-0468
First published: Fri Apr 01 2011(Updated: )
The aaa_base package before 11.3-8.9.1 in SUSE openSUSE 11.3, and before 11.4-54.62.1 in openSUSE 11.4, allows local users to gain privileges via shell metacharacters in a filename, related to tab expansion.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Linux | =11.3 | |
| SUSE Linux | =11.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43825
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2011-03/msg00010.html
- http://support.novell.com/security/cve/CVE-2011-0468.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/71253
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46983
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/678827
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-04/msg00000.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/66245
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0468?
CVE-2011-0468 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0468?
To fix CVE-2011-0468, it is recommended to upgrade the aaa_base package to the latest version available in your openSUSE repositories.
Who is affected by CVE-2011-0468?
CVE-2011-0468 affects local users of openSUSE 11.3 and 11.4 who have access to the system.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-0468?
CVE-2011-0468 is a privilege escalation vulnerability involving improper handling of shell metacharacters in filenames.
When was CVE-2011-0468 discovered?
CVE-2011-0468 was publicly disclosed in March 2011.
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