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CVE-2014-2527

UnknownEPSS 3.01%

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CVE-2014-2527 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. kcleanup.cpp in KDirStat 2.7.0 does not properly quote strings when deleting a directory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a " (double quote) character in the directory name, a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-2528.. EPSS estimates a 3.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

kcleanup.cpp in KDirStat 2.7.0 does not properly quote strings when deleting a directory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a " (double quote) character in the directory name, a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-2528.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
3.01%

85.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Kdirstat ProjectKdirstat2.7.0
OpensuseOpensuse13.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-2527?
kcleanup.cpp in KDirStat 2.7.0 does not properly quote strings when deleting a directory, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a " (double quote) character in the directory name, a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-2528.
How severe is CVE-2014-2527?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-2527 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2527?
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.

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Source: NVD / NIST