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LOW · 2.1

CVE-1999-1173

Corel Word Perfect 8 for Linux creates a temporary working directory with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to (1) modify Word Perfect behavior by modifying files in the working dir...

Vulnerability Description

Corel Word Perfect 8 for Linux creates a temporary working directory with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to (1) modify Word Perfect behavior by modifying files in the working directory, or (2) modify files of other users via a symlink attack.

CVSS Score

2.1

LOW

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
PARTIAL
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
CorelWordperfect8

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-1173?

CVE-1999-1173 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Corel Word Perfect 8 for Linux creates a temporary working directory with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to (1) modify Word Perfect behavior by modifying files in the working dir...

How severe is CVE-1999-1173?

CVE-1999-1173 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-1173?

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