CVE-2008-1078
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CVE-2008-1078 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. expn in the am-utils and net-fs packages for Gentoo, rPath Linux, and other distributions, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the expn[PID] temporary file. NOTE: this is the same issue as CVE-2003-0308.1.. EPSS estimates a 0.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
expn in the am-utils and net-fs packages for Gentoo, rPath Linux, and other distributions, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the expn[PID] temporary file. NOTE: this is the same issue as CVE-2003-0308.1.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gentoo | Linux | All versions |
| Rpath | Rpath Linux | All versions |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29144Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29187Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29694Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33400Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29144Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29187Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29694Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33400Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-1078?
expn in the am-utils and net-fs packages for Gentoo, rPath Linux, and other distributions, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the expn[PID] temporary file. NOTE: this is the same issue as CVE-2003-0308.1.
How severe is CVE-2008-1078?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1078 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1078?
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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