Vulnerability Description
GNU ed before 0.3 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files, possibly in the open_sbuf function.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Ed | <= 0.2 |
References
- http://fedoranews.org/cms/node/2449
- http://fedoranews.org/cms/node/2450
- http://freshmeat.net/projects/ed/?branch_id=17855&release_id=240890
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23832
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23848
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23857
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24054
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:023
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22129
- http://www.trustix.org/errata/2007/0005
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4573
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30374
- https://issues.rpath.com/browse/RPL-962
- http://fedoranews.org/cms/node/2449
- http://fedoranews.org/cms/node/2450
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-6939?
CVE-2006-6939 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). GNU ed before 0.3 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files, possibly in the open_sbuf function.
How severe is CVE-2006-6939?
CVE-2006-6939 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-6939?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Ed.