Vulnerability Description
Xfig, possibly 3.2.5, allows local users to read and write arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the (1) xfig-eps[PID], (2) xfig-pic[PID].pix, (3) xfig-pic[PID].err, (4) xfig-pcx[PID].pix, (5) xfig-xfigrc[PID], (6) xfig[PID], (7) xfig-print[PID], (8) xfig-export[PID].err, (9) xfig-batch[PID], (10) xfig-exp[PID], or (11) xfig-spell.[PID] temporary files, where [PID] is a process ID.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xfig | Xfig | 3.2.5 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35320
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:244
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/04/01/6
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34328
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/49600
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35320
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:244
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/04/01/6
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34328
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/49600
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1962?
CVE-2009-1962 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.4 (MEDIUM). Xfig, possibly 3.2.5, allows local users to read and write arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the (1) xfig-eps[PID], (2) xfig-pic[PID].pix, (3) xfig-pic[PID].err, (4) xfig-pcx[PID].pix, (5) xfig-...
How severe is CVE-2009-1962?
CVE-2009-1962 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-1962?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xfig Xfig, Debian Debian Linux.