Vulnerability Description
The RenderV2ToFile function in tag_file.cpp in id3lib (aka libid3) 3.8.3 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file whose name is constructed from the name of a file being tagged.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Id3Lib | Id3Lib | 3.8.3 |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=438540
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26536Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26646
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26793
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26818
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26987
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200709-08.xml
- http://www.debian.org/security/2007/dsa-1365
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:180
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2007_19_sr.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25372Exploit
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018667
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=253553
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=438540
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26536Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-4460?
CVE-2007-4460 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The RenderV2ToFile function in tag_file.cpp in id3lib (aka libid3) 3.8.3 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file whose name is constructed from the nam...
How severe is CVE-2007-4460?
CVE-2007-4460 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-2007-4460?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Id3Lib Id3Lib.