CVE-2017-12904
UnknownEPSS 6.40%
Last modified
CVE-2017-12904 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command in bookmarking function of Newsbeuter versions 0.7 through 2.9 allows remote attackers to perform user-assisted code execution by crafting an RSS item that includes shell code in its title and/or URL.. EPSS estimates a 6.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command in bookmarking function of Newsbeuter versions 0.7 through 2.9 allows remote attackers to perform user-assisted code execution by crafting an RSS item that includes shell code in its title and/or URL.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 0.7 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 0.8 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 0.8.1 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 0.8.2 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 0.9 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 0.9.1 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 1.0 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 1.1 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 1.2 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 1.3 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 2.0 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 2.1 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 2.2 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 2.3 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 2.4 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 2.5 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 2.6 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 2.7 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 2.8 |
| Newsbeuter | Newsbeuter | 2.9 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 7.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3947Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/akrennmair/newsbeuter/commit/96e9506ae9e252c548665152d1b8968297128307Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/akrennmair/newsbeuter/issues/591Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3947Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/akrennmair/newsbeuter/commit/96e9506ae9e252c548665152d1b8968297128307Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/akrennmair/newsbeuter/issues/591Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-12904?
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command in bookmarking function of Newsbeuter versions 0.7 through 2.9 allows remote attackers to perform user-assisted code execution by crafting an RSS item that includes shell code in its title and/or URL.
How severe is CVE-2017-12904?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-12904 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-12904?
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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