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HIGH · 7.2

CVE-1999-1036

COPS 1.04 allows local users to overwrite or create arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files in (1) res_diff, (2) ca.src, and (3) mail.chk.

Vulnerability Description

COPS 1.04 allows local users to overwrite or create arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files in (1) res_diff, (2) ca.src, and (3) mail.chk.

CVSS Score

7.2

HIGH

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Confidentiality
COMPLETE
Integrity
COMPLETE
Availability
COMPLETE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
CopsCops1.04

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-1036?

CVE-1999-1036 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). COPS 1.04 allows local users to overwrite or create arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files in (1) res_diff, (2) ca.src, and (3) mail.chk.

How severe is CVE-1999-1036?

CVE-1999-1036 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-1036?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cops Cops.