Vulnerability Description
ltp-network-test 20060918 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (a) /tmp/vsftpd.conf, (b) /tmp/udp/2/*, (c) /tmp/tcp/2/*, (d) /tmp/udp/3/*, (e) /tmp/tcp/3/*, (f) /tmp/nfs_fsstress.udp.2.log, (g) /tmp/nfs_fsstress.udp.3.log, (h) /tmp/nfs_fsstress.tcp.2.log, (i) /tmp/nfs_fsstress.tcp.3.log, and (j) /tmp/nfs_fsstress.sardata temporary files, related to the (1) ftp_setup_vsftp_conf and (2) nfs_fsstress.sh scripts.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Alastair Mckinstry | Ltp-Network-Test | 20060918 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/496411
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/ltp-network-te
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46566
- http://bugs.debian.org/496411
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/ltp-network-te
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46566
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4969?
CVE-2008-4969 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). ltp-network-test 20060918 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (a) /tmp/vsftpd.conf, (b) /tmp/udp/2/*, (c) /tmp/tcp/2/*, (d) /tmp/udp/3/*, (e) /tmp/tcp/3/*, (f) /tmp...
How severe is CVE-2008-4969?
CVE-2008-4969 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-2008-4969?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Alastair Mckinstry Ltp-Network-Test.