Vulnerability Description
Inkscape before 0.48.4 reads .eps files from /tmp instead of the current directory, which might cause Inkspace to process unintended files, allow local users to obtain sensitive information, and possibly have other unspecified impacts.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Inkscape | Inkscape | <= 0.48.3.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=654341
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-02/msg00041.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-02/msg00043.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/12/30/2
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1712-1
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/inkscape/+bug/911146
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=654341
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-02/msg00041.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-02/msg00043.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/12/30/2
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1712-1
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/inkscape/+bug/911146
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-6076?
CVE-2012-6076 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.4 (MEDIUM). Inkscape before 0.48.4 reads .eps files from /tmp instead of the current directory, which might cause Inkspace to process unintended files, allow local users to obtain sensitive information, and possi...
How severe is CVE-2012-6076?
CVE-2012-6076 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-6076?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Inkscape Inkscape.