CVE-2002-0836

security flaw

Published Sep 1, 2004 CVSS 2.0 · 7.5 High EPSS 8.0% KEV · Not listed
Description
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.

Remediation

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Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
mitre
Published
Updated
Aug 8, 2024, 3:03 AM
Reserved
Aug 8, 2002, 12:00 AM
Status
Modified
Published
Oct 28, 2002, 5:00 AM
Modified
Jun 16, 2026, 9:58 PM
Severity
Important
Public date
Oct 14, 2002, 12:00 AM