Vulnerability Description
Multiple scripts on SuSE Linux 9.0 allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (1) /tmp/fvwm-bug created by fvwm-bug, (2) /tmp/wmmenu created by wm-oldmenu2new, (3) /tmp/rates created by x11perfcomp, (4) /tmp/xf86debug.1.log created by xf86debug, (5) /tmp/.winpopup-new created by winpopup-send.sh, or (6) /tmp/initrd created by lvmcreate_initrd.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Suse | Suse Linux | 9.0 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107461582413923&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107478920006258&w=2
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1008781
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9457
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/14963
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107461582413923&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107478920006258&w=2
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1008781
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9457
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/14963
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-2097?
CVE-2004-2097 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Multiple scripts on SuSE Linux 9.0 allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (1) /tmp/fvwm-bug created by fvwm-bug, (2) /tmp/wmmenu created by wm-oldmenu2new, (3) /tmp/rat...
How severe is CVE-2004-2097?
CVE-2004-2097 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-2004-2097?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Suse Suse Linux.