Security
Security
Multiple vulnerabilities have been found in Zsh, the worst of which could allow local attackers to execute arbitrary code.
| Package | app-shells/zsh on all architectures |
|---|---|
| Affected versions | < 5.5 |
| Unaffected versions | >= 5.5 |
A shell designed for interactive use, although it is also a powerful scripting language.
Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in Zsh. Please review the CVE identifiers referenced below for details.
A local attacker could execute arbitrary code, escalate privileges, or cause a Denial of Service condition.
There is no known workaround at this time.
All Zsh users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync # emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=app-shells/zsh-5.5"