Vulnerability Description
pstotext before 1.9 allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a file name.
CVSS Score
5.1
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pstotext | Pstotext | 1.9 |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=356988
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20012
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23135
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1220PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17897
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21299
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1707
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=356988
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20012
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23135
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1220PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17897
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21299
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1707
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5869?
CVE-2006-5869 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). pstotext before 1.9 allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a file name.
How severe is CVE-2006-5869?
CVE-2006-5869 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-5869?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Pstotext Pstotext.