CVE-2020-5211

In NetHack before 3.6.5, an invalid extended command in value for the AUTOCOMPLETE configuration file option can cause a buffer overflow resulting in a crash or remote code execution/privilege escalation. This vulnerability affects systems that have NetHack installed suid/sgid and shared systems that allow users to upload their own configuration files. Users should upgrade to NetHack 3.6.5.
Configurations

Configuration 1 (hide)

cpe:2.3:a:nethack:nethack:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

History

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Information

Published : 2020-01-28 19:15

Updated : 2024-02-04 20:39


NVD link : CVE-2020-5211

Mitre link : CVE-2020-5211

CVE.ORG link : CVE-2020-5211


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Products Affected

nethack

  • nethack
CWE
CWE-120

Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow')