Vulnerability Description
ncompress 4.2.4 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files using (1) zdiff or (2) zcmp, a different vulnerability than CVE-2004-0970.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ncompress | Ncompress | <= 4.2.4_r1 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112689772732098&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=112688098630314&w=2
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/12
- http://www.zataz.net/adviso/ncompress-09052005.txtVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112689772732098&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=112688098630314&w=2
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/12
- http://www.zataz.net/adviso/ncompress-09052005.txtVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2991?
CVE-2005-2991 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). ncompress 4.2.4 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files using (1) zdiff or (2) zcmp, a different vulnerability than CVE-2004-0970.
How severe is CVE-2005-2991?
CVE-2005-2991 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-2005-2991?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ncompress Ncompress.