Vulnerability Description
bcron-exec in bcron before 0.10 does not close file descriptors associated with temporary files when running a cron job, which allows local users to modify job files and send spam messages by accessing an open file descriptor.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bcron Project | Bcron Exec | <= 0.09 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2013/q1/102
- http://untroubled.org/bcron/NEWS
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=686650ExploitPatch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/81383
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2013/q1/102
- http://untroubled.org/bcron/NEWS
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=686650ExploitPatch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/81383
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-6110?
CVE-2012-6110 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). bcron-exec in bcron before 0.10 does not close file descriptors associated with temporary files when running a cron job, which allows local users to modify job files and send spam messages by accessin...
How severe is CVE-2012-6110?
CVE-2012-6110 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-2012-6110?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Bcron Project Bcron Exec.