CVE-2008-4987
UnknownEPSS 0.42%
Last modified
CVE-2008-4987 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. xastir 1.9.2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the (a) /tmp/ldconfig.tmp, (b) /tmp/ldconf.tmp, and (c) /tmp/ld.so.conf temporary files, related to the (1) get-maptools.sh and (2) get_shapelib.sh scripts.. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
xastir 1.9.2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the (a) /tmp/ldconfig.tmp, (b) /tmp/ldconf.tmp, and (c) /tmp/ld.so.conf temporary files, related to the (1) get-maptools.sh and (2) get_shapelib.sh scripts.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xastir | Xastir | 1.9.2 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-4987?
xastir 1.9.2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the (a) /tmp/ldconfig.tmp, (b) /tmp/ldconf.tmp, and (c) /tmp/ld.so.conf temporary files, related to the (1) get-maptools.sh and (2) get_shapelib.sh scripts.
How severe is CVE-2008-4987?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4987 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4987?
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Are you affected by CVE-2008-4987?
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