Vulnerability Description
flamethrower in flamethrower 0.1.8 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a /tmp/multicast.tar.##### temporary file.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dann Frazier | Flamethrower | 0.1.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=506350
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00285.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32891
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32961
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1676
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32386
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46717
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=506350
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00285.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32891
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32961
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1676
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32386
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46717
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5141?
CVE-2008-5141 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). flamethrower in flamethrower 0.1.8 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a /tmp/multicast.tar.##### temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2008-5141?
CVE-2008-5141 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-2008-5141?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Dann Frazier Flamethrower.