Vulnerability Description
The (1) mkxmltype and (2) mkdtskel scripts in XML-DT before 0.64 allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a /tmp/_xml_##### temporary file.
CVSS Score
6.3
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xml-Dt Project | Xml-Dt | <= 0.63 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/08/15/8
- https://bugs.debian.org/756566
- https://metacpan.org/diff/file?target=AMBS/XML-DT-0.64/&source=AMBS/XML-DT-0.63/
- https://metacpan.org/source/AMBS/XML-DT-0.66/Changes
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/08/15/8
- https://bugs.debian.org/756566
- https://metacpan.org/diff/file?target=AMBS/XML-DT-0.64/&source=AMBS/XML-DT-0.63/
- https://metacpan.org/source/AMBS/XML-DT-0.66/Changes
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-5260?
CVE-2014-5260 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.3 (MEDIUM). The (1) mkxmltype and (2) mkdtskel scripts in XML-DT before 0.64 allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a /tmp/_xml_##### temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2014-5260?
CVE-2014-5260 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-5260?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xml-Dt Project Xml-Dt.