Vulnerability Description
pwmconfig in LM_sensors before 2.9.1 creates temporary files insecurely, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the fancontrol temporary file.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lm Sensors | Lm Sensors | 2.0.0 |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=324193
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16501
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17499
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17535
- http://secure.netroedge.com/~lm78/cvs/lm_sensors2/CHANGES
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015180
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-814
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:149
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-825.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14624
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/1492
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/172-1/
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=324193
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16501
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2672?
CVE-2005-2672 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). pwmconfig in LM_sensors before 2.9.1 creates temporary files insecurely, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the fancontrol temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2005-2672?
CVE-2005-2672 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-2005-2672?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Lm Sensors Lm Sensors.