Vulnerability Description
gnome-pty-helper in GNOME libzvt2 and libvte4 allows local users to spoof the logon hostname via a modified DISPLAY environment variable. NOTE: the severity of this issue has been disputed.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnome | Libvte4 | All versions |
| Gnome | Libzvt2 | 1.4.2.19 |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=330907Exploit
- http://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=317312
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112879572407250&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17023Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15004Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/1931
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/22496
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=330907Exploit
- http://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=317312
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112879572407250&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17023Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15004Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/1931
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/22496
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0023?
CVE-2005-0023 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). gnome-pty-helper in GNOME libzvt2 and libvte4 allows local users to spoof the logon hostname via a modified DISPLAY environment variable. NOTE: the severity of this issue has been disputed.
How severe is CVE-2005-0023?
CVE-2005-0023 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-0023?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnome Libvte4, Gnome Libzvt2.