GLSA 201804-12: Go: Arbitrary code execution
| Severity: | normal |
| Title: | Go: Arbitrary code execution |
| Date: | 04/15/2018 |
| Bugs: | |
| ID: | 201804-12 |
Synopsis
A vulnerability in Go allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.Background
Go is an open source programming language that makes it easy to build simple, reliable, and efficient software.
Affected packages
| Package | Vulnerable | Unaffected | Architecture(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| dev-lang/go | < 1.10.1 | >= 1.10.1 | All supported architectures |
Description
A vulnerability in Go was discovered which does not validate the import path of remote repositories.
Impact
Remote attackers, by enticing a user to import from a crafted website, could execute arbitrary commands.
Workaround
There is no known workaround at this time.
Resolution
All Go users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync
# emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=dev-lang/go-1.10.1"
References
Availability
This GLSA and any updates to it are available for viewing at the Gentoo Security Website:
Concerns?
Security is a primary focus of Gentoo Linux and ensuring the confidentiality and security of our users machines is of utmost importance to us. Any security concerns should be addressed to security@gentoo.org or alternatively, you may file a bug at https://bugs.gentoo.org.
License
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