Vulnerability Description
xterm on Slackware Linux 10.2 stores information that had been displayed for a different user account using the same xterm process, which might allow local users to bypass file permissions and read other users' files, or obtain other sensitive information, by reading the xterm process memory. NOTE: it could be argued that this is an expected consequence of multiple users sharing the same interactive process, in which case this is not a vulnerability.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Slackware | Slackware Linux | 10.2 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2007-02/0012.html
- http://gotfault.wordpress.com/2007/02/01/a-funny-case/Exploit
- http://osvdb.org/33651
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2007-02/0012.html
- http://gotfault.wordpress.com/2007/02/01/a-funny-case/Exploit
- http://osvdb.org/33651
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-0823?
CVE-2007-0823 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.9 (LOW). xterm on Slackware Linux 10.2 stores information that had been displayed for a different user account using the same xterm process, which might allow local users to bypass file permissions and read ot...
How severe is CVE-2007-0823?
CVE-2007-0823 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-0823?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Slackware Slackware Linux.