Vulnerability Description
The errorExitIfAttackViaString function in Tunnelblick 3.3beta20 and earlier allows local users to delete arbitrary files by constructing a (1) symlink or (2) hard link, a different vulnerability than CVE-2012-3485.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tunnelblick | <= 3.3beta20 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2012-08/0122.htmlExploit
- http://code.google.com/p/tunnelblick/issues/detail?id=212
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/08/14/1
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2012-08/0122.htmlExploit
- http://code.google.com/p/tunnelblick/issues/detail?id=212
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/08/14/1
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-4676?
CVE-2012-4676 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.2 (LOW). The errorExitIfAttackViaString function in Tunnelblick 3.3beta20 and earlier allows local users to delete arbitrary files by constructing a (1) symlink or (2) hard link, a different vulnerability than...
How severe is CVE-2012-4676?
CVE-2012-4676 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-4676?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Tunnelblick.