Vulnerability Description
Gaim 0.57 stores sensitive information in world-readable and group-writable files in the /tmp directory, which allows local users to access MSN web email accounts of other users who run Gaim by reading authentication information from the files.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rob Flynn | Gaim | 0.57 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vuln-dev/2002-q2/0584.html
- http://gaim.sourceforge.net/ChangeLogVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=102130733815285&w=2
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9061.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4730
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vuln-dev/2002-q2/0584.html
- http://gaim.sourceforge.net/ChangeLogVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=102130733815285&w=2
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9061.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4730
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0377?
CVE-2002-0377 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Gaim 0.57 stores sensitive information in world-readable and group-writable files in the /tmp directory, which allows local users to access MSN web email accounts of other users who run Gaim by readin...
How severe is CVE-2002-0377?
CVE-2002-0377 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-2002-0377?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Rob Flynn Gaim.