CVE-2004-2502
UnknownEPSS 0.89%
Last modified
CVE-2004-2502 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. im-switch before 11.4-46.1 in Fedora Core 2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the imswitcher[PID] temporary file.. EPSS estimates a 0.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
im-switch before 11.4-46.1 in Fedora Core 2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the imswitcher[PID] temporary file.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Im-Switch | Im-Switch | All versions |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/0407-advisories/fedora_im-switch_tempfile_race.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/12037Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/7772Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10717Exploit, Patch
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/0407-advisories/fedora_im-switch_tempfile_race.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/12037Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/7772Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10717Exploit, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-2502?
im-switch before 11.4-46.1 in Fedora Core 2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the imswitcher[PID] temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2004-2502?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-2502 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2502?
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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