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LOW · 2.1

CVE-2012-5619

The Sleuth Kit (TSK) 4.0.1 does not properly handle "." (dotfile) file system entries in FAT file systems and other file systems for which . is not a reserved name, which allows local users to hide ac...

Vulnerability Description

The Sleuth Kit (TSK) 4.0.1 does not properly handle "." (dotfile) file system entries in FAT file systems and other file systems for which . is not a reserved name, which allows local users to hide activities it more difficult to conduct forensics activities, as demonstrated by Flame.

CVSS Score

2.1

LOW

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Confidentiality
PARTIAL
Integrity
NONE
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
SleuthkitThe Sleuth Kit4.0.1

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-20

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2012-5619?

CVE-2012-5619 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The Sleuth Kit (TSK) 4.0.1 does not properly handle "." (dotfile) file system entries in FAT file systems and other file systems for which . is not a reserved name, which allows local users to hide ac...

How severe is CVE-2012-5619?

CVE-2012-5619 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2012-5619?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sleuthkit The Sleuth Kit.