Vulnerability Description
master-filter in printfilters-ppd 2.13 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/filter.debug temporary file. NOTE: the vendor disputes this vulnerability, stating 'this package does not have " possibility of attack with the help of symlinks"'
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| A Mennucc1 | Printfilters-Ppd | 2.13 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/496417
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/printfilters-ppdExploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
- http://bugs.debian.org/496417
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/printfilters-ppdExploit
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5034?
CVE-2008-5034 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). master-filter in printfilters-ppd 2.13 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/filter.debug temporary file. NOTE: the vendor disputes this vulnerability, stat...
How severe is CVE-2008-5034?
CVE-2008-5034 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-2008-5034?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: A Mennucc1 Printfilters-Ppd.