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CVE-2004-0968

UnknownEPSS 0.39%

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CVE-2004-0968 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The catchsegv script in glibc 2.3.2 and earlier allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack on temporary files.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The catchsegv script in glibc 2.3.2 and earlier allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack on temporary files.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.39%

31.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GnuGlibc2.0
GnuGlibc2.0.1
GnuGlibc2.0.2
GnuGlibc2.0.3
GnuGlibc2.0.4
GnuGlibc2.0.5
GnuGlibc2.0.6
GnuGlibc2.1
GnuGlibc2.1.1
GnuGlibc2.1.1.6
GnuGlibc2.1.2
GnuGlibc2.1.3
GnuGlibc2.1.3.10
GnuGlibc2.1.9
GnuGlibc2.2
GnuGlibc2.2.1
GnuGlibc2.2.2
GnuGlibc2.2.3
GnuGlibc2.2.4
GnuGlibc2.2.5
GnuGlibc2.3
GnuGlibc2.3.1
GnuGlibc2.3.2
GnuGlibc2.3.3
GnuGlibc2.3.4
GnuGlibc2.3.10
RedhatEnterprise Linux3.0
RedhatEnterprise Linux Desktop3.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-0968?
The catchsegv script in glibc 2.3.2 and earlier allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
How severe is CVE-2004-0968?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-0968 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0968?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2004-0968?

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Source: NVD / NIST