Description
In Zutty before 0.13, DECRQSS in text written to the terminal can achieve arbitrary code execution.
Fixed in Linux distributions
Distributions backport fixes, so the version that fixes this vulnerability differs per release — upgrade to at least the version shown. From the distributions' security trackers and advisories.
Debian
Security tracker ↗| Release | Package | Fixed in | Advisory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debian 14 | zutty | 0.13.0.20220910.112547+dfsg1-1 | — |
| Debian 13 | zutty | 0.13.0.20220910.112547+dfsg1-1 | — |
| Debian 12 | zutty | 0.13.0.20220910.112547+dfsg1-1 | — |
Ubuntu
Security tracker ↗| Release | Package | Fixed in | Advisory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu Pro 22.04 LTS | zutty | 0.11.2.20220109.192032+dfsg1-1ubuntu0.1~esm1 | USN-8078-1 |
Advisories 1
- USN-8078-1 zutty vulnerability Ubuntu Security Notices (USN) · Apr 27, 2026