CVE-2019-0542

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Xterm.js when the component mishandles special characters, aka "Xterm Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects xterm.js.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.95% Top 20%
Vendor Advisory redhat.com Vendor Advisory redhat.com Vendor Advisory redhat.com Vendor Advisory redhat.com
Affected: https://xtermjs.org/ xterm.js
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106434 vdb entry
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHBA-2019:0959 vendor advisory
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:1422 vendor advisory
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2552 vendor advisory
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2551 vendor advisory
https://github.com/xtermjs/xterm.js/releases

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-0542?
CVE-2019-0542 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-0542?
To fix CVE-2019-0542, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2019-0542 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2019-0542 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-0542?
CVE-2019-0542 affects https://xtermjs.org/ xterm.js.
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