Vulnerability Description
muttprint in muttprint 0.72d allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/muttprint.log temporary file.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lukas Ruf | Muttprint | 0.72d |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00283.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34439
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200903-35.xml
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00283.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34439
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200903-35.xml
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5368?
CVE-2008-5368 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). muttprint in muttprint 0.72d allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/muttprint.log temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2008-5368?
CVE-2008-5368 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-2008-5368?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Lukas Ruf Muttprint.