OpenSSH contains a flaw that may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands. The flaw is due to the way OpenSSH's scp utility handles file names during local-to-local copies. During the file name expansion, the utility does not properly sanitize filenames allowing a crafted file name with shell meta-characters. This can be used to trick a user into executing arbitrary commands under with a different set of (potentially higher) privileges.
Classification
Location:
Local Access Required
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Rumored
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified,
Vendor Verified
Solution
Upgrade to version 4.3p1 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.
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