CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0836

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The dvips converter for Postscript files in the tetex package calls the system() function insecurely, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via certain print jobs, possibly involving fonts.

Risk Assessment

Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to execute commands remotely on the server, potentially leading to system compromise or data leakage.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the tetex package to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability and to restrict access to the Postscript file conversion functions.

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Original NVD description (English source)

dvips converter for Postscript files in the tetex package calls the system() function insecurely, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via certain print jobs, possibly involving fonts.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS