Vulnerability Description
The to-upgrade plugin in feta 1.4.16 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink on the (1) /tmp/feta.install.$USER and (2) /tmp/feta.avail.$USER temporary files.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Feta | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=496397
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/feta
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32155
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1643
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30899
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=496397
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/feta
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32155
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1643
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30899
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4440?
CVE-2008-4440 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The to-upgrade plugin in feta 1.4.16 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink on the (1) /tmp/feta.install.$USER and (2) /tmp/feta.avail.$USER temporary files.
How severe is CVE-2008-4440?
CVE-2008-4440 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-2008-4440?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Feta.