Vulnerability Description
Race condition in GNU screen 4.0.3 allows local users to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/screen-exchange temporary file.
CVSS Score
1.9
LOW
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Gnu Screen | 4.0.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=521123
- http://savannah.gnu.org/bugs/?25296
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/03/25/7
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34521
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/screen/+bug/315993
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=492104
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/49887
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=521123
- http://savannah.gnu.org/bugs/?25296
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/03/25/7
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34521
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/screen/+bug/315993
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=492104
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/49887
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1215?
CVE-2009-1215 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.9 (LOW). Race condition in GNU screen 4.0.3 allows local users to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/screen-exchange temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2009-1215?
CVE-2009-1215 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-1215?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Gnu Screen.