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CVE-2008-4640

UnknownEPSS 0.30%

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CVE-2008-4640 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The DoCommand function in jhead.c in Matthias Wandel jhead 2.84 and earlier allows local users to delete arbitrary files via vectors involving a modified input filename in which (1) a final "z" character is replaced by a "t" character or (2) a final "t" character is replaced by a "z" character.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The DoCommand function in jhead.c in Matthias Wandel jhead 2.84 and earlier allows local users to delete arbitrary files via vectors involving a modified input filename in which (1) a final "z" character is replaced by a "t" character or (2) a final "t" character is replaced by a "z" character.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.30%

21.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
SentexJhead<= 2.82
SentexJhead1.2
SentexJhead1.3
SentexJhead1.4
SentexJhead1.5
SentexJhead1.6
SentexJhead1.7
SentexJhead1.8
SentexJhead1.9
SentexJhead2.0
SentexJhead2.1
SentexJhead2.2
SentexJhead2.3
SentexJhead2.4
SentexJhead2.4-1
SentexJhead2.4-2
SentexJhead2.5
SentexJhead2.6
SentexJhead2.7
SentexJhead2.8

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-4640?
The DoCommand function in jhead.c in Matthias Wandel jhead 2.84 and earlier allows local users to delete arbitrary files via vectors involving a modified input filename in which (1) a final "z" character is replaced by a "t" character or (2) a final "t" character is replaced by a "z" character.
How severe is CVE-2008-4640?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4640 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4640?
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