Vulnerability Description
Supportutils, before version 3.1-5.7.1, wrote data to static file /tmp/supp_log, allowing local attackers to overwrite files on systems without symlink protection
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opensuse | Supportutils | < 3.1-5.7.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-05/msg00018.html
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1117776
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-05/msg00018.html
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1117776
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-19637?
CVE-2018-19637 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.8 (LOW). Supportutils, before version 3.1-5.7.1, wrote data to static file /tmp/supp_log, allowing local attackers to overwrite files on systems without symlink protection
How severe is CVE-2018-19637?
CVE-2018-19637 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-19637?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Opensuse Supportutils.