Vulnerability Description
qemu-make-debian-root in qemu 0.9.1-5 on Debian GNU/Linux allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files and directories.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.9.1-5 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=496394
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/qemuExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32335
- http://uvw.ru/report.lenny.txt
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1657
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/13/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/14/4
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30931
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235826
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44831
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=496394
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/qemuExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32335
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4553?
CVE-2008-4553 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). qemu-make-debian-root in qemu 0.9.1-5 on Debian GNU/Linux allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files and directories.
How severe is CVE-2008-4553?
CVE-2008-4553 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-2008-4553?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Qemu Qemu, Debian Debian Linux.