CVE-2005-4803
UnknownEPSS 0.37%
Last modified
CVE-2005-4803 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. graphviz before 2.2.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files. NOTE: this issue was originally associated with a different CVE identifier, CVE-2005-2965, which had been used for multiple different issues. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
graphviz before 2.2.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files. NOTE: this issue was originally associated with a different CVE identifier, CVE-2005-2965, which had been used for multiple different issues. This is the correct identifier.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Graphviz | Graphviz | <= 2.2 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.5.1 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.5.2 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.5.3 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.7.5.1 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.7.5.2 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.7.5.3 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.7.5.4 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.7.5.5 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.7.5.6 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.7.5.7 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.7.5_0.1 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.7.5_0.2 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.7.5_0.3 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.7.16.1 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.7.16.2 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.8.5.1 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.8.5.2 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.8.9.1 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.10_2003-09-15_0415_1 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.10_2003-09-15_0415_2 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.12.1 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.12.2 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.12.3 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.14.1 |
| Graphviz | Graphviz | 1.16.1 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17121Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17125Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17207Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-857Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:188Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17121Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17125Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17207Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-857Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:188Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-4803?
graphviz before 2.2.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files. NOTE: this issue was originally associated with a different CVE identifier, CVE-2005-2965, which had been used for multiple different issues. This is the correct identifier.
How severe is CVE-2005-4803?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-4803 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4803?
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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