CVE-2008-5843
UnknownEPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2008-5843 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Multiple untrusted search path vulnerabilities in pdfjam allow local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse program in (1) the current working directory or (2) /var/tmp, related to the (a) pdf90, (b) pdfjoin, and (c) pdfnup scripts.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Multiple untrusted search path vulnerabilities in pdfjam allow local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse program in (1) the current working directory or (2) /var/tmp, related to the (a) pdf90, (b) pdfjoin, and (c) pdfnup scripts.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pdfjam | Pdfjam | _nil_ |
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Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-5843?
Multiple untrusted search path vulnerabilities in pdfjam allow local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse program in (1) the current working directory or (2) /var/tmp, related to the (a) pdf90, (b) pdfjoin, and (c) pdfnup scripts.
How severe is CVE-2008-5843?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5843 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5843?
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