PUBLISHED DATE: December 9, 1999CVE-1999-0978:
htdig allows remote attackers...

Description

htdig allows remote attackers to execute commands via filenames with shell metacharacters.

Products

• Debian Debian Linux 2.1

Questions to Ask Vendors

1. Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-1999-0978, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
2. What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-1999-0978 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.

References

• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-1999-0978