CVE-2008-1694
UnknownEPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2008-1694 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. vcdiff in Emacs 20.7 to 22.1.50, when used with SCCS, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
vcdiff in Emacs 20.7 to 22.1.50, when used with SCCS, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Emacs | 20.7 |
| Gnu | Emacs | 21.1 |
| Gnu | Emacs | 21.2 |
| Gnu | Emacs | 21.3 |
| Gnu | Emacs | 21.4 |
| Gnu | Sccs | All versions |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-1694?
vcdiff in Emacs 20.7 to 22.1.50, when used with SCCS, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
How severe is CVE-2008-1694?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1694 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1694?
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