Vulnerability Description
The make-temp-name Lisp function in Emacs 20 creates temporary files with predictable names, which allows attackers to conduct a symlink attack.
CVSS Score
3.6
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Emacs | 20.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1126PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&date=2000-04-15&msg=t
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1126PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&date=2000-04-15&msg=t
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0270?
CVE-2000-0270 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.6 (LOW). The make-temp-name Lisp function in Emacs 20 creates temporary files with predictable names, which allows attackers to conduct a symlink attack.
How severe is CVE-2000-0270?
CVE-2000-0270 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0270?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Emacs.