Vulnerability Description
axiom-test.sh in axiom 20100701-1.1 uses tempfile to create a safe temporary file but appends a suffix to the original filename and writes to this new filename, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the new filename.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Axiom | 20100701-1.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=736358
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/01/22/3
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/01/22/4
- http://www.osvdb.org/102383
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/90663
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=736358
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/01/22/3
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/01/22/4
- http://www.osvdb.org/102383
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/90663
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-1640?
CVE-2014-1640 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.3 (LOW). axiom-test.sh in axiom 20100701-1.1 uses tempfile to create a safe temporary file but appends a suffix to the original filename and writes to this new filename, which allows local users to overwrite a...
How severe is CVE-2014-1640?
CVE-2014-1640 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-2014-1640?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Axiom.