Lack of data validation In util-linux

Description

Argument injection vulnerability in login (login-utils/login.c) in util-linux-ng 2.14 and earlier makes it easier for remote attackers to hide activities by modifying portions of log events, as demonstrated by appending an "addr=" statement to the login name, aka "audit log injection."

Mitigation

Update Impact

Minimal update. May introduce new vulnerabilities or breaking changes.

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