CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-3410: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Aug 27 2012(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in lib/sh/eaccess.c in GNU Bash before 4.2 patch 33 might allow local users to bypass intended restricted shell access via a long filename in /dev/fd, which is not properly handled when expanding the /dev/fd prefix.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
GNU Bash=4.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-3410?

    CVE-2012-3410 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-3410?

    To fix CVE-2012-3410, update GNU Bash to version 4.2 patch 33 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2012-3410?

    Local users on systems running GNU Bash versions prior to 4.2 patch 33 are affected by CVE-2012-3410.

  • What does CVE-2012-3410 exploit?

    CVE-2012-3410 exploits a stack-based buffer overflow that allows bypassing restricted shell access.

  • Is CVE-2012-3410 a remote vulnerability?

    No, CVE-2012-3410 is a local vulnerability that requires authenticated access to the system.

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