Remote Command Execution Vulnerability in SuSE Linux Products
CVE-2003-1538

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Suse
Status
Office Server
Suse Linux
Suse Linux Openexchange Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 December 2003

What is CVE-2003-1538?

The vulnerability in SuSE Linux products arises from improper filtering of shell metacharacters in the susehelp component. This flaw enables remote attackers to exploit CGI queries, potentially leading to the execution of arbitrary commands on affected systems. System administrators should be aware of this risk, as it can compromise the integrity and security of the server environment.

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/7906
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1005954
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http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2003_005_...
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Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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