Vulnerability Description
Gource through 0.26 logs to a predictable file name (/tmp/gource-$UID.tmp), enabling attackers to overwrite an arbitrary file via a symlink attack.
CVSS Score
6.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gource | Gource | <= 0.26 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=577958Third Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2010-2449Third Party Advisory
- https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39529/infoThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=577958Third Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2010-2449Third Party Advisory
- https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39529/infoThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-2449?
CVE-2010-2449 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). Gource through 0.26 logs to a predictable file name (/tmp/gource-$UID.tmp), enabling attackers to overwrite an arbitrary file via a symlink attack.
How severe is CVE-2010-2449?
CVE-2010-2449 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-2449?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gource Gource.