Vulnerability Description
cons.saver in Midnight Commander (mc) 4.5.42 and earlier does not properly verify if an output file descriptor is a TTY, which allows local users to corrupt files by creating a symbolic link to the target file, calling mc, and specifying that link as a TTY argument.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Midnight Commander | Midnight Commander | 4.5.42 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-11/0192.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20001125PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/MDKSA-2000-078.php3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1945ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5519
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-11/0192.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20001125PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/MDKSA-2000-078.php3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1945ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5519
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-1108?
CVE-2000-1108 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). cons.saver in Midnight Commander (mc) 4.5.42 and earlier does not properly verify if an output file descriptor is a TTY, which allows local users to corrupt files by creating a symbolic link to the ta...
How severe is CVE-2000-1108?
CVE-2000-1108 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-1108?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Midnight Commander Midnight Commander.