slrn newsreader binary decoding causes embedded scripts to be executed
| slrn-decode-script-execution (7166) |  High Risk |
Description:
The slrn newsreader in some Linux distributions could allow the execution of embedded scripts, caused by a vulnerability in the code that handles the decoding of binaries. A remote attacker could embed a malicious shell script within a message, which would be executed once the message is read.
Consequences:
Gain Access
Remedy:
Apply the Bugfix dated September 9, 2001, available from the slrn Web site. See References.
For Debian GNU/Linux 2.2 (potato):
Upgrade to the latest version of slrn (0.9.6.2-9potato2 or later), as listed in DSA-078-1. See References.
For other distributions:
Contact your vendor for patch or upgrade information.
References:
- slrn Web site: Bugfixes.
- BID-3364: SLRN Arbitrary Shell Script Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2001-1035: Binary decoding feature of slrn 0.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute commands via shell scripts that are inserted into a news post.
- DSA-078: slrn -- remote command invocation
Platforms Affected:
- Debian Debian Linux 2.2
- slrn slrn 0.9.7.2 and prior
Reported:
Sep 24, 2001
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