Vulnerability Description
Midnight Commander (mc) 4.8.5 does not properly handle the (1) MC_EXT_SELECTED or (2) MC_EXT_ONLYTAGGED environment variables when multiple files are selected, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted file name.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Midnight-Commander | Midnight Commander | 4.8.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/03/4
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/03/5
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55777
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=436518#c7
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=862813
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79033
- https://www.midnight-commander.org/ticket/2913
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/03/4
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/03/5
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55777
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=436518#c7
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=862813
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79033
- https://www.midnight-commander.org/ticket/2913
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-4463?
CVE-2012-4463 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). Midnight Commander (mc) 4.8.5 does not properly handle the (1) MC_EXT_SELECTED or (2) MC_EXT_ONLYTAGGED environment variables when multiple files are selected, which allows user-assisted remote attack...
How severe is CVE-2012-4463?
CVE-2012-4463 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-2012-4463?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Midnight-Commander Midnight Commander.