Description
KDE allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by setting the KDEDIR environmental variable to modify the search path that KDE uses to locate its executables.
Product(s):
- FreeBSD 6.2 Stable
- KDE KDE 1.0
- Linux Kernel 2.6.20.1
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-1999-0781, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-1999-0781 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.