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CVE-2008-5076

htop 0.7 writes process names to a terminal without sanitizing non-printable cha...

Medium CVSS 4.6

Overview

htop 0.7 writes process names to a terminal without sanitizing non-printable characters, which might allow local users to hide processes, modify arbitrary files, or have unspecified other impact via a process name with "crazy control strings."

CWE: CWE-200 Published: 2008-11-14T18:09:25.073
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟡 MEDIUM.

  • CVSS: 4.6 (MEDIUM)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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