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CVE-2008-5034

UnknownEPSS 0.36%

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CVE-2008-5034 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. master-filter in printfilters-ppd 2.13 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/filter.debug temporary file. NOTE: the vendor disputes this vulnerability, stating 'this package does not have " possibility of attack with the help of symlinks"'. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

master-filter in printfilters-ppd 2.13 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/filter.debug temporary file. NOTE: the vendor disputes this vulnerability, stating 'this package does not have " possibility of attack with the help of symlinks"'

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.36%

28.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
A Mennucc1Printfilters-Ppd2.13

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5034?
master-filter in printfilters-ppd 2.13 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/filter.debug temporary file. NOTE: the vendor disputes this vulnerability, stating 'this package does not have " possibility of attack with the help of symlinks"'
How severe is CVE-2008-5034?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5034 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5034?
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