CVE-2005-0578
UnknownEPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2005-0578 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Firefox before 1.0.1 and Mozilla Suite before 1.7.6 use a predictable filename for the plugin temporary directory, which allows local users to delete arbitrary files of other users via a symlink attack on the plugtmp directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Firefox before 1.0.1 and Mozilla Suite before 1.7.6 use a predictable filename for the plugin temporary directory, which allows local users to delete arbitrary files of other users via a symlink attack on the plugtmp directory.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.8 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.9 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.9.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.9.2 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.9.3 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.10 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.10.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.3 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.4 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.4.1 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.5 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.5.1 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.6 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.7 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.7.1 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.7.2 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.7.3 |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.7.5 |
References
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200503-10.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200503-30.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/mfsa2005-28.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200503-10.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200503-30.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/mfsa2005-28.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-0578?
Firefox before 1.0.1 and Mozilla Suite before 1.7.6 use a predictable filename for the plugin temporary directory, which allows local users to delete arbitrary files of other users via a symlink attack on the plugtmp directory.
How severe is CVE-2005-0578?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0578 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0578?
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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