Vulnerability Description
gccross in dpkg-cross 2.3.0 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the tmp/gccross2.log temporary file. NOTE: the vendor disputes this vulnerability, stating that "There is no sense in this bug - the script ... is called under specific cross-building environments within a chroot.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Dpkg-Cross | 2.3.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/496413
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/dpkg-crossExploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
- http://bugs.debian.org/496413
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/dpkg-crossExploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4950?
CVE-2008-4950 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). gccross in dpkg-cross 2.3.0 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the tmp/gccross2.log temporary file. NOTE: the vendor disputes this vulnerability, stating that "Th...
How severe is CVE-2008-4950?
CVE-2008-4950 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-2008-4950?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Dpkg-Cross.