Vulnerability Description
The exec_command function in common/helpers.py in Gajim before 0.15 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in an href attribute.
CVSS Score
6.8
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gajim | Gajim | <= 0.14.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48708
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48794
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201208-04.xml
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/04/08/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/04/08/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52943
- https://trac.gajim.org/changeset/bc296e96ac10ExploitPatch
- https://trac.gajim.org/ticket/7031
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48708
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48794
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201208-04.xml
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/04/08/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/04/08/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52943
- https://trac.gajim.org/changeset/bc296e96ac10ExploitPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-2085?
CVE-2012-2085 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The exec_command function in common/helpers.py in Gajim before 0.15 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in an href attribute.
How severe is CVE-2012-2085?
CVE-2012-2085 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-2085?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gajim Gajim.