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CVE-2005-4536

UnknownEPSS 0.35%

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CVE-2005-4536 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Mail::Audit module in libmail-audit-perl 2.1-5, when logging is enabled without a default log file specified, uses predictable log filenames, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the [PID]-audit.log temporary file.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Mail::Audit module in libmail-audit-perl 2.1-5, when logging is enabled without a default log file specified, uses predictable log filenames, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the [PID]-audit.log temporary file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.35%

27.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
DebianLibmail-Audit-Perl2.1-5

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Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-4536?
Mail::Audit module in libmail-audit-perl 2.1-5, when logging is enabled without a default log file specified, uses predictable log filenames, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the [PID]-audit.log temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2005-4536?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-4536 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4536?
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