Vulnerability Description
The uxterm terminal emulator allows attackers to modify the window title via a certain character escape sequence and then insert it back to the command line in the user's terminal, e.g. when the user views a file containing the malicious sequence, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| National University Of Singapore | Uxterm | 2.3 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2003-q1/0093.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=104612710031920&w=2
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/11414.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6945
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2003-q1/0093.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=104612710031920&w=2
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/11414.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6945
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0065?
CVE-2003-0065 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The uxterm terminal emulator allows attackers to modify the window title via a certain character escape sequence and then insert it back to the command line in the user's terminal, e.g. when the user ...
How severe is CVE-2003-0065?
CVE-2003-0065 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2003-0065?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: National University Of Singapore Uxterm.