Vulnerability Description
tau 2.16.4 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a (1) /tmp/makefile.tau.*.##### or (2) /tmp/makefile.tau*.##### temporary file, related to the (a) tau_cxx, (b) tau_f90, and (c) tau_cc scripts.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Uoregon | Tau | 2.16.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=506348
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00347.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32821Vendor Advisory
- http://uvw.ru/report.sid.txtExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32404
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46704
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=506348
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00347.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32821Vendor Advisory
- http://uvw.ru/report.sid.txtExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32404
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46704
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5157?
CVE-2008-5157 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). tau 2.16.4 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a (1) /tmp/makefile.tau.*.##### or (2) /tmp/makefile.tau*.##### temporary file, related to the (a) tau_cxx, (b) tau_f...
How severe is CVE-2008-5157?
CVE-2008-5157 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-2008-5157?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Uoregon Tau.