CVE-2024-38395: Code Injection

Published Jun 16, 2024
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Updated

In iTerm2 before 3.5.2, the "Terminal may report window title" setting is not honored, and thus remote code execution might occur but "is not trivially exploitable."

Affected Software

2 affected components
iTerm2 iTerm2<3.5.2
iTerm2 iTerm2>=3.5.0<3.5.2

Event History

Jun 16, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38395?

CVE-2024-38395 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution, though it is not trivially exploitable.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-38395?

To fix CVE-2024-38395, users should upgrade to iTerm2 version 3.5.2 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-38395?

CVE-2024-38395 affects iTerm2 versions prior to 3.5.2.

4

Can CVE-2024-38395 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-38395 allows for potential remote code execution, but it requires specific conditions that make it not trivially exploitable.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2024-38395?

Yes, a patch is available in the form of an upgrade to iTerm2 version 3.5.2.

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