Vulnerability Description
The fixps script in a2ps 4.14 does not use the -dSAFER option when executing gs, which allows context-dependent attackers to delete arbitrary files or execute arbitrary commands via a crafted PostScript file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | A2Ps | 4.14 |
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-04/msg00021.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-2892
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/66660
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=742902
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-67
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-04/msg00021.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-2892
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/66660
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=742902
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-67
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-0466?
CVE-2014-0466 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The fixps script in a2ps 4.14 does not use the -dSAFER option when executing gs, which allows context-dependent attackers to delete arbitrary files or execute arbitrary commands via a crafted PostScri...
How severe is CVE-2014-0466?
CVE-2014-0466 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-2014-0466?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu A2Ps.