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Family: Gentoo Local Security Checks --> Category: infos
[GLSA-200410-13] BNC: Input validation flaw Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
BNC: Input validation flaw
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
The remote host is affected by the vulnerability described in GLSA-200410-13
(BNC: Input validation flaw)
A flaw exists in the input parsing of BNC where part of the sbuf_getmsg()
function handles the backspace character incorrectly.
Impact
A remote user could issue commands using fake authentication credentials
and possibly gain access to scripts running on the client side.
Workaround
There is no known workaround at this time.
References:
http://www.gotbnc.com/changes.html#2.8.9
Solution:
All BNC users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge sync
# emerge -pv ">=net-irc/bnc-2.8.9"
# emerge ">=net-irc/bnc-2.8.9"
Threat Level: Medium
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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