Vulnerability Description
The nullfs implementation in sys/fs/nullfs/null_vnops.c in the kernel in FreeBSD 8.3 through 9.2 allows local users with certain permissions to bypass access restrictions via a hardlink in a nullfs instance to a file in a different instance.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 8.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/54861
- http://svnweb.freebsd.org/base?view=revision&revision=255442
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2769
- http://www.freebsd.org/security/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-13:13.nullfs.ascVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029015
- http://secunia.com/advisories/54861
- http://svnweb.freebsd.org/base?view=revision&revision=255442
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2769
- http://www.freebsd.org/security/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-13:13.nullfs.ascVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029015
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-5710?
CVE-2013-5710 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.7 (LOW). The nullfs implementation in sys/fs/nullfs/null_vnops.c in the kernel in FreeBSD 8.3 through 9.2 allows local users with certain permissions to bypass access restrictions via a hardlink in a nullfs in...
How severe is CVE-2013-5710?
CVE-2013-5710 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-5710?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.