CVE-2004-0975
UnknownEPSS 0.41%
Last modified
CVE-2004-0975 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The der_chop script in the openssl package in Trustix Secure Linux 1.5 through 2.1 and other operating systems allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack on temporary files.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The der_chop script in the openssl package in Trustix Secure Linux 1.5 through 2.1 and other operating systems allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Multi Network Firewall | 8.2 |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6 |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6a |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6b |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6c |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6d |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6e |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6f |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6g |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6h |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6i |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6j |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6k |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6l |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.6m |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.7c |
| Openssl | Openssl | 0.9.7d |
| Gentoo | Linux | All versions |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 9.2 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 10.0 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 10.1 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux Corporate Server | 2.1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11293Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11293Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-0975?
The der_chop script in the openssl package in Trustix Secure Linux 1.5 through 2.1 and other operating systems allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
How severe is CVE-2004-0975?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-0975 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0975?
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.
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