CVE-2006-7234
UnknownEPSS 0.88%
Last modified
CVE-2006-7234 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Untrusted search path vulnerability in Lynx before 2.8.6rel.4 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via malicious (1) .mailcap and (2) mime.types files in the current working directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.88% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Lynx before 2.8.6rel.4 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via malicious (1) .mailcap and (2) mime.types files in the current working directory.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynx | Lynx | <= 2.8.6 | Rel3 |
| Lynx | Lynx | 2.8.1 | Dev.1 |
| Lynx | Lynx | 2.8.2 | Dev.1 |
| Lynx | Lynx | 2.8.3 | Dev.1 |
| Lynx | Lynx | 2.8.4 | Dev1 |
| Lynx | Lynx | 2.8.5 | Dev.1 |
| Lynx | Lynx | 2.8.6 | Dev1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-7234?
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Lynx before 2.8.6rel.4 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via malicious (1) .mailcap and (2) mime.types files in the current working directory.
How severe is CVE-2006-7234?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-7234 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.88% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-7234?
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