Vulnerability Description
shorewall 1.4.10c and earlier, and 2.0.x before 2.0.3a, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the chains-$$ temporary file.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Shorewall | Shorewall | 1.4 |
References
- http://lists.shorewall.net/pipermail/shorewall-announce/2004-June/000385.html
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200407-07.xmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.mandrakesecure.net/en/advisories/advisory.php?name=MDKSA-2004:080
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16651
- http://lists.shorewall.net/pipermail/shorewall-announce/2004-June/000385.html
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200407-07.xmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.mandrakesecure.net/en/advisories/advisory.php?name=MDKSA-2004:080
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16651
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0647?
CVE-2004-0647 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). shorewall 1.4.10c and earlier, and 2.0.x before 2.0.3a, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the chains-$$ temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2004-0647?
CVE-2004-0647 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-2004-0647?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Shorewall Shorewall.