CVE-2008-7196

Unspecified vulnerability in metashell before 0.03 has unknown impact and attack vectors related to a "PATH execution security flaw," possibly an untrusted…

published September 10, 2009

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A mysterious flaw lurks in metashell before version 0.03! This PATH execution security issue could let bad actors slip into your system like a sly cat burglar. 😼 Imagine a hotel with a hidden backdoor that staff never check, allowing unauthorized guests to walk in unnoticed. This vulnerability behaves similarly, as it might be exploited through an untrusted search path, effectively bypassing security measures. While the exact impact is unknown, the potential for unauthorized access could lead to devastating consequences. An attacker could manipulate the environment to execute harmful code or access sensitive information, jeopardizing your system's integrity.

Put simply

Imagine a hotel with a hidden backdoor that staff never check, allowing unauthorized guests to walk in unnoticed. This vulnerability behaves similarly, as it might be exploited through an untrusted search path, effectively bypassing security measures. This unspecified vulnerability in metashell relates to a flaw in how the application manages its execution PATH, potentially allowing untrusted executables to run during operations.

What to do

While the exact impact is unknown, the potential for unauthorized access could lead to devastating consequences. An attacker could manipulate the environment to execute harmful code or access sensitive information, jeopardizing your system's integrity. To protect yourself, update metashell to a more recent version beyond 0.03, ensuring you eliminate any vulnerabilities. Additionally, audit your system for untrusted paths to enhance overall security. You've got this! A simple update and vigilance will keep your systems secure and running smoothly. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02072 · 81.2th percentile
Published
2009-09-10T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 SEP 10:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in metashell before 0.03 has unknown impact and attack vectors related to a "PATH execution security flaw," possibly an untrusted…
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