Vulnerability Description
jhead.c in Matthias Wandel jhead 2.84 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sentex | Jhead | <= 2.84 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/15/5
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/15/6
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/16/3
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/02/06/5
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/jhead/+bug/271020
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/15/5
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/15/6
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/16/3
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/02/06/5
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/jhead/+bug/271020
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4639?
CVE-2008-4639 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). jhead.c in Matthias Wandel jhead 2.84 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2008-4639?
CVE-2008-4639 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4639?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sentex Jhead.