SB2024122756 - OS command injection in Go Programming language



SB2024122756 - OS command injection in Go Programming language

Published: December 27, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024122756
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) OS Command Injection (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-24531)

The vulnerability allows a local user to execute arbitrary shell commands on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation when handling output of environment variables. A local user can execute arbitrary commands on the system by setting specially crafted values to environment variables and making "go env" print them out.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.