Vulnerability Description
thttpd on Debian GNU/Linux, and possibly other distributions, allows local users to create or touch arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the start_thttpd temporary file.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Acme Labs | Thttpd | 2.25b |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=396277
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22712
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1205
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20891
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=396277
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22712
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1205
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20891
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-4248?
CVE-2006-4248 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). thttpd on Debian GNU/Linux, and possibly other distributions, allows local users to create or touch arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the start_thttpd temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2006-4248?
CVE-2006-4248 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-4248?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Acme Labs Thttpd.