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CVE-2004-1170

a2ps 4.13 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the filename.

Public exploit code

Working exploit or proof of concept code has been published for this vulnerability. Treat unpatched systems as at risk.

Impact

a2ps 4.13 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the filename.

Affected products

VendorProductAffected versions
GnuA2ps
Versions 4.13, 4.13b
SunJava Desktop System
Versions 2.0, 2003
SuseSuse Linux
Versions 8, 8.1, 8.2, 9.0, 9.1

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