Vulnerability Description
base/pkit.py in HP Linux Imaging and Printing (HPLIP) through 3.13.11 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/hp-pkservice.log temporary file.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hp | Linux Imaging And Printing Project | <= 3.13.11 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=725876
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-01/msg00087.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-01/msg00098.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2829
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2085-1
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=852368
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2013-6402
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=725876
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-01/msg00087.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-01/msg00098.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2829
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2085-1
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=852368
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2013-6402
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-6402?
CVE-2013-6402 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). base/pkit.py in HP Linux Imaging and Printing (HPLIP) through 3.13.11 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/hp-pkservice.log temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2013-6402?
CVE-2013-6402 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-2013-6402?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hp Linux Imaging And Printing Project.