Vulnerability Description
welcome.py in xdiagnose before 2.5.2ubuntu0.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file with a predictable name in /tmp.
CVSS Score
3.3
LOW
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bryce Harrington | Xdiagnose | <= 2.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/85882
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50854Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1591-1
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/xdiagnose/+bug/1036211
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79475
- http://osvdb.org/85882
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50854Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1591-1
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/xdiagnose/+bug/1036211
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79475
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-5355?
CVE-2012-5355 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.3 (LOW). welcome.py in xdiagnose before 2.5.2ubuntu0.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file with a predictable name in /tmp.
How severe is CVE-2012-5355?
CVE-2012-5355 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-5355?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Bryce Harrington Xdiagnose.