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If through a vulnerability assessment, a network security issue is detected for the vulnerability below, applying the appropriate security patches in a timely matter is very important. If you have detected that your system has already been compromised, following CERT's Network Security recovery document will assist with recommended steps for system recovery. Home >> Browse Vulnerability Assessment Database >> Gentoo Local Security Checks >> [GLSA-200506-09] gedit: Format string vulnerability Vulnerability Assessment Details
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[GLSA-200506-09] gedit: Format string vulnerability |
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gedit: Format string vulnerability Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment The remote host is affected by the vulnerability described in GLSA-200506-09 (gedit: Format string vulnerability) A format string vulnerability exists when opening files with names containing format specifiers. Impact A specially crafted file with format specifiers in the filename can cause arbitrary code execution. Workaround There are no known workarounds at this time. References: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13699 http://mail.gnome.org/archives/gnome-announce-list/2005-June/msg00006.html Solution: All gedit users should upgrade to the latest version: # emerge --sync # emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=app-editors/gedit-2.10.3" Network Security Threat Level: Medium Networks Security ID: Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: (C) 2005 Michel Arboi |
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