Vulnerability Description
os._execvpe from os.py in Python 2.2.1 and earlier creates temporary files with predictable names, which could allow local users to execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Python | Python | < 2.2.2 |
References
- ftp://ftp.caldera.com/pub/security/OpenLinux/CSSA-2002-045.0.txtBroken LinkThird Party Advisory
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000527Third Party Advisory
- http://mail.python.org/pipermail/python-dev/2002-August/027229.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=104333092200589&w=2Mailing List
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-159PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10009.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2002/MDKSA-2002-082.phpThird Party Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-202.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-048.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5581PatchThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- ftp://ftp.caldera.com/pub/security/OpenLinux/CSSA-2002-045.0.txtBroken LinkThird Party Advisory
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000527Third Party Advisory
- http://mail.python.org/pipermail/python-dev/2002-August/027229.htmlMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=104333092200589&w=2Mailing List
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-159PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1119?
CVE-2002-1119 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). os._execvpe from os.py in Python 2.2.1 and earlier creates temporary files with predictable names, which could allow local users to execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack.
How severe is CVE-2002-1119?
CVE-2002-1119 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-2002-1119?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Python Python.