Vulnerability Description
GNU Enscript 1.6.1 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files of the Enscript user via a symlink attack on temporary files.
CVSS Score
3.6
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Enscript | <= 1.6.1 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.2 |
| Redhat | Linux | 6.0 |
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-105
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2002/MDKSA-2002-010.php3
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-012.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/advisories/3818
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3920
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7932
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-105
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2002/MDKSA-2002-010.php3
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-012.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/advisories/3818
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3920
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7932
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0044?
CVE-2002-0044 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.6 (LOW). GNU Enscript 1.6.1 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files of the Enscript user via a symlink attack on temporary files.
How severe is CVE-2002-0044?
CVE-2002-0044 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-2002-0044?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Enscript, Debian Debian Linux, Redhat Linux.