Vulnerability Description
The DCOPServer in KDE 3.2.3 and earlier allows local users to gain unauthorized access via a symlink attack on DCOP files in the /tmp directory.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kde | Kde | 3.2.1 |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=261386ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000864
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=109225538901170&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/12276
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200408-13.xml
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/330638US Government Resource
- http://www.kde.org/info/security/advisory-20040811-2.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2004:086
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10924
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16962
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=261386ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000864
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=109225538901170&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/12276
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200408-13.xml
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0690?
CVE-2004-0690 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). The DCOPServer in KDE 3.2.3 and earlier allows local users to gain unauthorized access via a symlink attack on DCOP files in the /tmp directory.
How severe is CVE-2004-0690?
CVE-2004-0690 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-2004-0690?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Kde Kde.