Vulnerability Description
The set_default_speeds function in backend/backend.c in NVidia NVClock before 0.8b2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/nvclock temporary file.
CVSS Score
6.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:S/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gentoo | Linux | 1.1a |
| Gentoo | Nvclock | <= 0.7 |
References
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=184071
- http://osvdb.org/38573
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26200Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26208PatchVendor Advisory
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200707-08.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25052
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/35584
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=184071
- http://osvdb.org/38573
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26200Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26208PatchVendor Advisory
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200707-08.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25052
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/35584
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-3531?
CVE-2007-3531 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.6 (MEDIUM). The set_default_speeds function in backend/backend.c in NVidia NVClock before 0.8b2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/nvclock temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2007-3531?
CVE-2007-3531 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-3531?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gentoo Linux, Gentoo Nvclock.