CVE-2005-2968
UnknownEPSS 10.72%
Last modified
CVE-2005-2968 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Firefox 1.0.6 and Mozilla 1.7.10 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a URL that is provided to the browser on the command line, which is sent unfiltered to bash.. EPSS estimates a 10.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Firefox 1.0.6 and Mozilla 1.7.10 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a URL that is provided to the browser on the command line, which is sent unfiltered to bash.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.6 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.7.10 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16869Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/914681US Government Resource
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=307185Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16869Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/914681US Government Resource
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=307185Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-2968?
Firefox 1.0.6 and Mozilla 1.7.10 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a URL that is provided to the browser on the command line, which is sent unfiltered to bash.
How severe is CVE-2005-2968?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2968 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 10.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2968?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2005-2968?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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