CVE-2011-2649: Input Validation
First published: Tue Aug 23 2011(Updated: )
Kiwi before 3.74.2, as used in SUSE Studio 1.1 before 1.1.4, allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in an unspecified FileUtils function call.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Marcus Schafer Kiwi | <=3.74.1 | |
| Novell Suse Studio Onsite | =1.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-2649?
CVE-2011-2649 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2649?
To fix CVE-2011-2649, upgrade Kiwi to version 3.74.2 or later and ensure you are using Suse Studio Onsite version 1.1.4 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2011-2649?
CVE-2011-2649 affects Kiwi versions prior to 3.74.2 and Suse Studio Onsite version 1.1.
What type of attack does CVE-2011-2649 facilitate?
CVE-2011-2649 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands through the use of shell metacharacters.
Who is the vendor associated with CVE-2011-2649?
CVE-2011-2649 is associated with Marcus Schafer's Kiwi and Novell's Suse Studio Onsite.
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