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CVE-2004-0996

UnknownEPSS 1.15%

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CVE-2004-0996 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. main.c in cscope 15-4 and 15-5 creates temporary files with predictable filenames, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.. EPSS estimates a 1.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

main.c in cscope 15-4 and 15-5 creates temporary files with predictable filenames, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.15%

62.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
CscopeCscope13.0
CscopeCscope15.1
CscopeCscope15.3
CscopeCscope15.4
CscopeCscope15.5
DebianDebian Linux3.0
GentooLinuxAll versions
ScoUnixware7.1.1
ScoUnixware7.1.3
ScoUnixware7.1.4

References

Timeline

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Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-0996?
main.c in cscope 15-4 and 15-5 creates temporary files with predictable filenames, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.
How severe is CVE-2004-0996?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-0996 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0996?
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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Source: NVD / NIST