Vulnerability Description
The ispell_op function in ee on FreeBSD 4.10 to 6.0 uses predictable filenames and does not confirm which file is being written, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack when ee invokes ispell.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.10 |
References
- ftp://ftp.freebsd.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-06:02.ee.asc
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18404PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015469
- http://www.osvdb.org/22320
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16207Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24074
- ftp://ftp.freebsd.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-06:02.ee.asc
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18404PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015469
- http://www.osvdb.org/22320
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16207Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24074
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-0055?
CVE-2006-0055 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The ispell_op function in ee on FreeBSD 4.10 to 6.0 uses predictable filenames and does not confirm which file is being written, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink att...
How severe is CVE-2006-0055?
CVE-2006-0055 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-2006-0055?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.