CVE-2008-4981
UnknownEPSS 0.39%
Last modified
CVE-2008-4981 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. perl.robot in realtimebattle 1.0.8 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/perl.robot.log temporary file.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
perl.robot in realtimebattle 1.0.8 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/perl.robot.log temporary file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Remi Vanicat | Realtimebattle | 1.0.8 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-4981?
perl.robot in realtimebattle 1.0.8 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/perl.robot.log temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2008-4981?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4981 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4981?
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