Vulnerability Description
Comix 3.6.4 creates temporary directories with predictable names, which allows local users to cause an unspecified denial of service.
CVSS Score
4.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Fedora | 7 |
| Comix | Comix | 3.6.4 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29956
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200804-29.xml
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41854
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2008-April/msg00171.html
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2008-April/msg00183.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29956
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200804-29.xml
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41854
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2008-April/msg00171.html
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2008-April/msg00183.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1796?
CVE-2008-1796 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). Comix 3.6.4 creates temporary directories with predictable names, which allows local users to cause an unspecified denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2008-1796?
CVE-2008-1796 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-1796?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Fedora, Comix Comix.