CVE-2019-0542: Code Injection
First published: Wed Jan 09 2019(Updated: )
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Xterm.js when the component mishandles special characters, aka "Xterm Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects xterm.js.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/xtermjs | <3.8.1 | 3.8.1 |
| redhat/xtermjs | <3.9.2 | 3.9.2 |
| redhat/xtermjs | <3.10.1 | 3.10.1 |
| Proxmox VE xterm.js | <5.0.0 | |
| redhat openshift container platform | >=3.9<3.9.99 | |
| redhat openshift container platform | >=3.10<3.10.163 | |
| redhat openshift container platform | >3.11<3.11.104 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106434
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHBA-2019:0959
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:1422
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2551
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2552
- https://github.com/xtermjs/xterm.js/releases
- https://github.com/xtermjs/xterm.js/releases/tag/3.8.1
- https://github.com/xtermjs/xterm.js/releases/tag/3.9.2
- https://github.com/xtermjs/xterm.js/releases/tag/3.10.1
- https://github.com/xtermjs/xterm.js/commit/50abb43e
- https://github.com/xtermjs/xterm.js/commit/eeca95b6
- https://github.com/xtermjs/xterm.js/commit/f3bfcc36
- https://github.com/xtermjs/xterm.js/commit/3592c641
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1668531
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-0542?
CVE-2019-0542 has been classified with a high severity as it allows for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2019-0542?
To mitigate CVE-2019-0542, upgrade Xterm.js to version 3.8.1, 3.9.2, or 3.10.1 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2019-0542?
CVE-2019-0542 affects versions of Xterm.js prior to 3.8.1, 3.9.2, and 3.10.1, as well as various versions of Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2019-0542?
CVE-2019-0542 is a remote code execution vulnerability that arises from mishandling special characters.
What are the consequences of CVE-2019-0542?
Exploiting CVE-2019-0542 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
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