Security readout for executives and security teams
GNU screen 4.0.3 could expose sensitive session information because a temporary exchange file in /tmp was created with world-readable permissions. The business risk is mainly on shared systems where untrusted local users have shell access. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix-like systems running GNU screen 4.0.3, especially shared shell servers or multi-user environments where local users may read temporary files. Treat as low urgency unless the organization still operates shared Unix shell hosts or legacy systems with GNU screen 4.0.3. Prioritize inventory and routine patch validation over emergency response. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for GNU screen 4.0.3 or vendor-packaged equivalents.; Check GNU Screen and distribution advisories for fixed package guidance.; Update through the relevant operating system package channel if a fix is available..
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- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=492104CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- screen-screenexchange-info-disclosure(49886)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/screen/+bug/315993CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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