Vulnerability Description
ibackup 2.27 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Ibackup | 2.27 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=496432
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=496464
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/ibackup
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00271.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45852
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=496432
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=496464
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/ibackup
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00271.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45852
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4475?
CVE-2008-4475 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). ibackup 2.27 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
How severe is CVE-2008-4475?
CVE-2008-4475 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-2008-4475?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Ibackup.