Vulnerability Description
The transform_save function in transform.c in Augeas before 1.0.0 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and obtain sensitive information via a symlink attack on a .augsave file in a backup save action, a different vector than CVE-2012-0786.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Augeas | Augeas | <= 0.10.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://augeas.net/news.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-1537.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/55811Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=772257
- https://github.com/hercules-team/augeas/commit/16387744
- http://augeas.net/news.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-1537.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/55811Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=772257
- https://github.com/hercules-team/augeas/commit/16387744
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-6607?
CVE-2012-6607 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.3 (LOW). The transform_save function in transform.c in Augeas before 1.0.0 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and obtain sensitive information via a symlink attack on a .augsave file in a backup s...
How severe is CVE-2012-6607?
CVE-2012-6607 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-2012-6607?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Augeas Augeas.