Vulnerability Description
Opera before 11.62 on UNIX, when used in conjunction with an unspecified printing application, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file during printing.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opera | Opera Browser | <= 11.61 |
| Unix | Unix | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2012-05/msg00012.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48535
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/unix/1162/
- http://www.opera.com/support/kb/view/1015/Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74500
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2012-05/msg00012.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48535
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/unix/1162/
- http://www.opera.com/support/kb/view/1015/Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74500
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-1931?
CVE-2012-1931 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Opera before 11.62 on UNIX, when used in conjunction with an unspecified printing application, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file during printing.
How severe is CVE-2012-1931?
CVE-2012-1931 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-1931?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Opera Opera Browser, Unix Unix.