CVE-2014-2906
HIGHCVSS 7/10EPSS 0.31%
Last modified
CVE-2014-2906 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7/10 on the CVSS scale. The psub function in fish (aka fish-shell) 1.16.0 before 2.1.1 does not properly create temporary files, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a temporary file with a predictable name.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The psub function in fish (aka fish-shell) 1.16.0 before 2.1.1 does not properly create temporary files, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a temporary file with a predictable name.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fishshell | Fish | >= 1.16.0, < 2.1.1 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/28/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/fish-shell/fish-shell/issues/1437Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/28/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/fish-shell/fish-shell/issues/1437Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-2906?
The psub function in fish (aka fish-shell) 1.16.0 before 2.1.1 does not properly create temporary files, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a temporary file with a predictable name.
How severe is CVE-2014-2906?
CVE-2014-2906 has a CVSS score of 7/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2906?
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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