CVE-2010-1693

Name: CVE-2010-1693
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2010-10-26T19:00:02.58+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.31%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2010-1693 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. openibd in OpenFabrics Enterprise Distribution (OFED) 1.5.2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/ib_set_node_desc.sh temporary file.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

openibd in OpenFabrics Enterprise Distribution (OFED) 1.5.2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/ib_set_node_desc.sh temporary file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.31%

22.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-59

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Openfabrics	Enterprise Distribution	1.5.2

References

Timeline

Published: Oct 26, 2010
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-1693?

openibd in OpenFabrics Enterprise Distribution (OFED) 1.5.2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/ib_set_node_desc.sh temporary file.

How severe is CVE-2010-1693?

Severity scoring for CVE-2010-1693 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2010-1693?

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-2010-1693?

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Source: NVD / NIST