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Gentoo Linux: CVE-2023-6004: libssh: Multiple Vulnerabilities

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Gentoo Linux: CVE-2023-6004: libssh: Multiple Vulnerabilities

Severity
4
CVSS
(AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P)
Published
12/28/2023
Created
12/29/2023
Added
12/28/2023
Modified
01/18/2024

Description

A flaw was found in libssh. By utilizing the ProxyCommand or ProxyJump feature, users can exploit unchecked hostname syntax on the client. This issue may allow an attacker to inject malicious code into the command of the features mentioned through the hostname parameter.

Solution(s)

  • gentoo-linux-upgrade-net-libs-libssh

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