Vulnerability Description
rc.sysinit in initscripts 8.12-8.21 and 8.56.15-0.1 on rPath allows local users to delete arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a directory under (1) /var/lock or (2) /var/run. NOTE: this issue exists because of a race condition in an incorrect fix for CVE-2008-3524. NOTE: exploitation may require an unusual scenario in which rc.sysinit is executed other than at boot time.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rpath | Initscripts | 8.12-8.21 |
| Rpath | Appliance Platform Linux Service | 1 |
| Rpath | Linux | 1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32710
- http://wiki.rpath.com/wiki/Advisories:rPSA-2008-0318
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46700
- https://issues.rpath.com/browse/RPL-2857
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32710
- http://wiki.rpath.com/wiki/Advisories:rPSA-2008-0318
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46700
- https://issues.rpath.com/browse/RPL-2857
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4832?
CVE-2008-4832 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). rc.sysinit in initscripts 8.12-8.21 and 8.56.15-0.1 on rPath allows local users to delete arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a directory under (1) /var/lock or (2) /var/run. NOTE: this issue exi...
How severe is CVE-2008-4832?
CVE-2008-4832 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4832?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Rpath Initscripts, Rpath Appliance Platform Linux Service, Rpath Linux.