Vulnerability Description
xpdf PDF viewer client earlier than 0.91 does not properly launch a web browser for embedded URL's, which allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands via a URL that contains shell metacharacters.
CVSS Score
7.6
HIGH
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xpdf | Xpdf | 0.90 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=96766355023239&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=96886599829687&w=2
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2000-031.0.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20000910aPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-060.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1624PatchVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=96766355023239&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=96886599829687&w=2
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2000-031.0.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20000910aPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-060.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1624PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0727?
CVE-2000-0727 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.6 (HIGH). xpdf PDF viewer client earlier than 0.91 does not properly launch a web browser for embedded URL's, which allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands via a URL that contains shell metacharacters.
How severe is CVE-2000-0727?
CVE-2000-0727 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0727?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xpdf Xpdf.