Vulnerability Description
The netatalk package in Trustix Secure Linux 1.5 through 2.1, and possibly other operating systems, allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netatalk | Open Source Apple File Share Protocol Suite | 1.5_pre6 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 9.2 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux Corporate Server | 2.1 |
| Redhat | Fedora Core | core_2.0 |
References
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200410-25.xmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.trustix.org/errata/2004/0050
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17583
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200410-25.xmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.trustix.org/errata/2004/0050
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17583
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0974?
CVE-2004-0974 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The netatalk package in Trustix Secure Linux 1.5 through 2.1, and possibly other operating systems, allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
How severe is CVE-2004-0974?
CVE-2004-0974 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-2004-0974?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netatalk Open Source Apple File Share Protocol Suite, Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux, Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux Corporate Server, Redhat Fedora Core.