Vulnerability Description
The go-gnome Helix GNOME pre-installer allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on various files in /tmp, including uudecode, snarf, and some installer files.
CVSS Score
6.2
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:H/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Helix Code | Go-Gnome Pre-Installer | 1.5 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-08/0351.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-08/0356.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1622PatchVendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-08/0351.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-08/0356.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1622PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0724?
CVE-2000-0724 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.2 (MEDIUM). The go-gnome Helix GNOME pre-installer allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on various files in /tmp, including uudecode, snarf, and some installer files.
How severe is CVE-2000-0724?
CVE-2000-0724 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0724?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Helix Code Go-Gnome Pre-Installer.