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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 >> Windows >> PuTTY window title escape character arbitrary command execution Vulnerability Assessment Details
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PuTTY window title escape character arbitrary command execution |
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Determine PuTTY version Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment PuTTY is a free SSH client. This version contains a flaw that may permit a malicious user to insert arbitrary commands and execute them. The issue is triggered when a possible hacker sends commands, preceded by terminal emulator escape sequences. It is possible that the flaw may permit arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity. Solution : Upgrade to version 0.54 or newer Network Security Threat Level: High Networks Security ID: Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2004 David Maciejak |
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