Vulnerability Description
The control for Adobe Reader 5.0.9 and 5.0.10 on Linux, Solaris, HP-UX, and AIX creates temporary files with the permissions as specified in a user's umask, which could allow local users to read PDF documents of that user if the umask allows it.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Acrobat Reader | 5.0.9 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14457Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2005-6/advisory/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.adobe.com/support/techdocs/329121.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-575.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14457Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2005-6/advisory/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.adobe.com/support/techdocs/329121.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-575.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-1841?
CVE-2005-1841 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The control for Adobe Reader 5.0.9 and 5.0.10 on Linux, Solaris, HP-UX, and AIX creates temporary files with the permissions as specified in a user's umask, which could allow local users to read PDF d...
How severe is CVE-2005-1841?
CVE-2005-1841 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-2005-1841?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adobe Acrobat Reader.