Vulnerability Description
Race condition in pxz 4.999.99 Beta 3 uses weak file permissions for the output file when compressing a file before changing the permission to match the original file, which allows local users to bypass the intended access restrictions.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pxz Project | Pxz | 4.999.99 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2015/q1/177
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72101
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/100207
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2015/q1/177
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72101
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/100207
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-1200?
CVE-2015-1200 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Race condition in pxz 4.999.99 Beta 3 uses weak file permissions for the output file when compressing a file before changing the permission to match the original file, which allows local users to bypa...
How severe is CVE-2015-1200?
CVE-2015-1200 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-2015-1200?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Pxz Project Pxz.