CVE-2012-3478
First published: Fri Aug 31 2012(Updated: )
rssh 2.3.3 and earlier allows local users to bypass intended restricted shell access via crafted environment variables in the command line.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Pizzashack Rssh | <=2.3.2 | |
| Pizzashack Rssh | =2.0.0 | |
| Pizzashack Rssh | =2.0.1 | |
| Pizzashack Rssh | =2.0.2 | |
| Pizzashack Rssh | =2.0.3 | |
| Pizzashack Rssh | =2.0.4 | |
| Pizzashack Rssh | =2.1.0 | |
| Pizzashack Rssh | =2.1.1 | |
| Pizzashack Rssh | =2.2.1 | |
| Pizzashack Rssh | =2.2.2 | |
| Pizzashack Rssh | =2.2.3 | |
| Pizzashack Rssh | =2.3.0 | |
| Pizzashack Rssh | =2.3.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-05/0036.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-11/0101.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50272
- http://sourceforge.net/mailarchive/message.php?msg_id=29235647
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2530
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/08/10/7
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/08/11/3
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/11/28/3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53430
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-3478?
CVE-2012-3478 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for local user exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3478?
To mitigate CVE-2012-3478, upgrade to rssh version 2.3.3 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2012-3478?
Local users on systems running rssh version 2.3.2 and earlier are affected by CVE-2012-3478.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-3478?
CVE-2012-3478 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability that allows users to bypass restricted shell access.
When was CVE-2012-3478 disclosed?
CVE-2012-3478 was disclosed in May 2012.
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