Vulnerability Description
The setup_logging function in log.h in SANLock uses world-writable permissions for /var/log/sanlock.log, which allows local users to overwrite the file content or bypass intended disk-quota restrictions via standard filesystem write operations.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ovirt | Sanlock | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-0691.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=887010
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-0691.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=887010
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-5638?
CVE-2012-5638 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.6 (LOW). The setup_logging function in log.h in SANLock uses world-writable permissions for /var/log/sanlock.log, which allows local users to overwrite the file content or bypass intended disk-quota restrictio...
How severe is CVE-2012-5638?
CVE-2012-5638 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-5638?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ovirt Sanlock.