CVE-2016-10243: Input Validation
First published: Tue May 02 2017(Updated: )
TeX Live allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by leveraging inclusion of mpost in shell_escape_commands in the texmf.cnf config file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | =7.0 | |
| Debian | =8.0 | |
| Fedora | =25 | |
| Fedora | =26 | |
| TeX Live |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3803
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/03/05/1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96593
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/B7CNJ4HKX7X6V7VMN3UCU7KPY6IX4XRB/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/VL6PUKPWEXYIPIAZRIX5ZLQWCSALVLFP/
- https://scumjr.github.io/2016/11/28/pwning-coworkers-thanks-to-latex/
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201709-07
- https://www.tug.org/svn/texlive?view=revision&revision=42605
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/VL6PUKPWEXYIPIAZRIX5ZLQWCSALVLFP/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/B7CNJ4HKX7X6V7VMN3UCU7KPY6IX4XRB/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10243?
CVE-2016-10243 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10243?
To fix CVE-2016-10243, you should update the TeX Live package to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-10243?
CVE-2016-10243 affects TeX Live and specific versions of Debian Linux 7.0, 8.0, Fedora 25, and 26.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-10243?
CVE-2016-10243 is a remote command execution vulnerability caused by improper handling of the shell_escape_commands setting.
Can CVE-2016-10243 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-10243 can be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.
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