Title: PuTTY Window Title Escape Character Arbitrary Command Execution
Info
Disclosure
Feb 24, 2003
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Feb 24, 2003
Solution
Unknown
Description
Putty contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to insert arbitrary commands and execute them. The issue is triggered when an attacker sends commands, preceded by terminal emulator escape sequences. It is possible that the flaw may allow arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Solution
Upgrade to version 0.54 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.