Gentoo Linux Vulnerability Allows SQL Injection Attacks

A vulnerability has been found in Gentoo Linux that could allow hackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands on vulnerable systems. The vulnerability, which has been assigned the identifier CVE-2023-28424, affects the way that Gentoo handles certain types of file names.

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by creating a specially crafted file name that would cause the Gentoo system to execute arbitrary SQL commands. This could allow the attacker to steal sensitive data, such as passwords or credit card numbers, or to take control of the vulnerable system.

The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.1, which is considered to be "Critical." This means that the vulnerability is very likely to be exploited by attackers.

The Gentoo Linux development team has released a patch to fix this vulnerability. Users are advised to update their Gentoo systems as soon as possible to protect themselves from this attack.