Vulnerability Description
dtc 0.29.6 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (a) /tmp/awstats.log, (b) /tmp/spam.log.#####, and (c) /tmp/spam_err.log temporary files, related to the (1) accesslog.php and (2) sa-wrapper scripts.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gplhost | Dtc-Common | 0.29.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/496362
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/dtc-common
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235812Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46411
- http://bugs.debian.org/496362
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/dtc-common
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235812Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46411
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4951?
CVE-2008-4951 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). dtc 0.29.6 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (a) /tmp/awstats.log, (b) /tmp/spam.log.#####, and (c) /tmp/spam_err.log temporary files, related to the (1) accesslo...
How severe is CVE-2008-4951?
CVE-2008-4951 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-2008-4951?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gplhost Dtc-Common.