Vulnerability Description
The debstd script in debmake 3.6.x before 3.6.10 and 3.7.x before 3.7.7 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary directories.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debmake | >= 3.6, < 3.6.10 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/13633/Permissions Required
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-615PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.derkeiler.com/Mailing-Lists/Full-Disclosure/2004-12/0645.htmlBroken Link
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12078PatchThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18646Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://secunia.com/advisories/13633/Permissions Required
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-615PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.derkeiler.com/Mailing-Lists/Full-Disclosure/2004-12/0645.htmlBroken Link
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12078PatchThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18646Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-1179?
CVE-2004-1179 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The debstd script in debmake 3.6.x before 3.6.10 and 3.7.x before 3.7.7 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary directories.
How severe is CVE-2004-1179?
CVE-2004-1179 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-2004-1179?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Debmake.