Vulnerability Description
inmail-show in mh-book 200605 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a (1) /tmp/inmail#####.log or (2) /tmp/inmail#####.stdin temporary file.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Peter S Galbraith | Mh-Book | 2000605 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00347.html
- http://uvw.ru/report.sid.txtExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32399
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46709
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00347.html
- http://uvw.ru/report.sid.txtExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32399
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46709
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5152?
CVE-2008-5152 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). inmail-show in mh-book 200605 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a (1) /tmp/inmail#####.log or (2) /tmp/inmail#####.stdin temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2008-5152?
CVE-2008-5152 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-2008-5152?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Peter S Galbraith Mh-Book.