Vulnerability Description
sng_regress in SNG 1.0.2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the (1) /tmp/recompiled$$.png, (2) /tmp/decompiled$$.sng, and (3) /tmp/canonicalized$$.sng temporary files.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Eric Raymond | Sng | 1.0.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=496407
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00283.htmlExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30965
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44881
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=496407
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00283.htmlExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30965
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44881
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-6398?
CVE-2008-6398 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). sng_regress in SNG 1.0.2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the (1) /tmp/recompiled$$.png, (2) /tmp/decompiled$$.sng, and (3) /tmp/canonicalized$$.sng temporary fi...
How severe is CVE-2008-6398?
CVE-2008-6398 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-2008-6398?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Eric Raymond Sng.