Vulnerability Description
feynmf.pl in feynmf 1.08, as used in TeXLive 2007, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack on the feynmf$$.pl temporary file.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tug | Texlive 2007 | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=198231
- http://osvdb.org/42397
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27737
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27739
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200711-32.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26507
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3974
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=198231
- http://osvdb.org/42397
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27737
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27739
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200711-32.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26507
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3974
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-5940?
CVE-2007-5940 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). feynmf.pl in feynmf 1.08, as used in TeXLive 2007, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack on the feynmf$$.pl temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2007-5940?
CVE-2007-5940 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-2007-5940?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tug Texlive 2007.