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Multiple X11 Terminals Missing DISPLAY Variable Local Arbitrary Command Execution Vulnerability

Multiple applications that use X11 are prone to a vulnerability that can allow local attackers to execute arbitrary commands in the context of a user running the application.

This issue affects rxvt 2.6.4 and Eterm 0.9.4; other versions and applications may also be affected.