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CVE-2008-4986

UnknownEPSS 0.39%

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CVE-2008-4986 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. wims 3.62 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (a) /tmp/env#####, (b) /tmp/sed#####, and (c) /tmp/referer-home.log temporary files, related to the (1) coqweb and (2) account.sh scripts.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

wims 3.62 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (a) /tmp/env#####, (b) /tmp/sed#####, and (c) /tmp/referer-home.log temporary files, related to the (1) coqweb and (2) account.sh scripts.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.39%

30.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Georges KhaznadarWims3.6.2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-4986?
wims 3.62 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (a) /tmp/env#####, (b) /tmp/sed#####, and (c) /tmp/referer-home.log temporary files, related to the (1) coqweb and (2) account.sh scripts.
How severe is CVE-2008-4986?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4986 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4986?
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