CVE-2014-0466
First published: Fri Mar 28 2014(Updated: )
The fixps script in a2ps 4.14 does not use the -dSAFER option when executing gs, which allows context-dependent attackers to delete arbitrary files or execute arbitrary commands via a crafted PostScript file.
Credit: security@debian.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU a2ps | =4.14 | |
| debian/a2ps | <=1:4.14-1.2<=1:4.14-1 | 1:4.14-1.3 1:4.14-1.1+deb7u1 1:4.14-1.1+deb6u1 |
| debian/a2ps | 1:4.14-7 1:4.14-8 1:4.15.6-1 |
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Reference Links
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2014-0466
- http://www.crustytoothpaste.net/~bmc
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2011-1593
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=742902
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-04/msg00021.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-2892
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/66660
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-67
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-0466?
CVE-2014-0466 is considered to have medium severity due to the potential for file deletion and arbitrary command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0466?
To fix CVE-2014-0466, update to a patched version of a2ps, specifically versions 1:4.14-1.3 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2014-0466?
The vulnerability CVE-2014-0466 affects the GNU a2ps version 4.14.
Can CVE-2014-0466 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-0466 can potentially be exploited remotely through crafted PostScript files.
What is the potential impact of CVE-2014-0466?
The potential impact of CVE-2014-0466 includes unauthorized deletion of files and execution of arbitrary commands.
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