Vulnerability Description
src/configure.in in Vim 5.0 through 7.1, when used for a build with Python support, does not ensure that the Makefile-conf temporary file has the intended ownership and permissions, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code by modifying this file during a time window, or by creating it ahead of time with permissions that prevent its modification by configure.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vim | Vim | 5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Oct/msg00001.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2008/Jul/0312.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31159Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32222Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3216
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/494532/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/494535/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/494736/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31681
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2146/referencesVendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2780Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Oct/msg00001.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2008/Jul/0312.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31159Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32222Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3294?
CVE-2008-3294 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.7 (LOW). src/configure.in in Vim 5.0 through 7.1, when used for a build with Python support, does not ensure that the Makefile-conf temporary file has the intended ownership and permissions, which allows local...
How severe is CVE-2008-3294?
CVE-2008-3294 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3294?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vim Vim.