CVE-2020-5253: Privilege escalation in NetHack
First published: Tue Mar 10 2020(Updated: )
NetHack before version 3.6.0 allowed malicious use of escaping of characters in the configuration file (usually .nethackrc) which could be exploited. This bug is patched in NetHack 3.6.0.
Credit: security-advisories@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| NetHack | <3.6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-5253?
CVE-2020-5253 has been classified as having a moderate severity due to the potential for configuration file exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2020-5253?
The fix for CVE-2020-5253 is to upgrade to NetHack version 3.6.0 or later immediately.
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2020-5253 address?
CVE-2020-5253 addresses a vulnerability related to the manipulation of escape characters in the NetHack configuration file.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-5253?
Users running versions of NetHack prior to 3.6.0 are affected by CVE-2020-5253.
Is CVE-2020-5253 publicly disclosed?
Yes, CVE-2020-5253 is a publicly disclosed vulnerability with available patches.
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