CVE-2008-7273
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2008-7273 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A symlink issue exists in Iceweasel-firegpg before 0.6 due to insecure tempfile handling.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A symlink issue exists in Iceweasel-firegpg before 0.6 due to insecure tempfile handling.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Getfiregpg | Iceweasel-Firegpg | < 0.6 |
References
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2008-7273Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/01/14/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2008-7273Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/01/14/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-7273?
A symlink issue exists in Iceweasel-firegpg before 0.6 due to insecure tempfile handling.
How severe is CVE-2008-7273?
CVE-2008-7273 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-7273?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2008-7273?
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