Vulnerability Description
The default configuration of xterm on Debian GNU/Linux sid and possibly Ubuntu enables the allowWindowOps resource, which allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code or have unspecified other impact via escape sequences.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Invisible-Island | Xterm | _nil_ |
| Debian | Debian Linux | All versions |
| Ubuntu | Linux | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=384593
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=510030
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33388
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/703-1/
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=384593
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=510030
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33388
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/703-1/
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-7236?
CVE-2006-7236 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). The default configuration of xterm on Debian GNU/Linux sid and possibly Ubuntu enables the allowWindowOps resource, which allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code or have unspecified o...
How severe is CVE-2006-7236?
CVE-2006-7236 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-7236?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Invisible-Island Xterm, Debian Debian Linux, Ubuntu Linux.