Vulnerability Description
Monkey HTTP Daemon 0.9.3 might allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a PID file, as demonstrated by a pathname different from the default /var/run/monkey.pid pathname.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Monkey-Project | Monkey | 0.9.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=672425
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=688879
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55905
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=672425
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=688879
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55905
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-5303?
CVE-2012-5303 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). Monkey HTTP Daemon 0.9.3 might allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a PID file, as demonstrated by a pathname different from the default /var/run/monkey.pid pathname.
How severe is CVE-2012-5303?
CVE-2012-5303 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-5303?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Monkey-Project Monkey.