CVE-2010-2056
UnknownEPSS 0.33%
Last modified
CVE-2010-2056 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. GNU gv before 3.7.0 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
GNU gv before 3.7.0 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Gv | <= 3.6.9 |
| Gnu | Gv | 3.5.8 |
| Gnu | Gv | 3.6.0 |
| Gnu | Gv | 3.6.1 |
| Gnu | Gv | 3.6.2 |
| Gnu | Gv | 3.6.3 |
| Gnu | Gv | 3.6.4 |
| Gnu | Gv | 3.6.5 |
| Gnu | Gv | 3.6.6 |
| Gnu | Gv | 3.6.7 |
| Gnu | Gv | 3.6.8 |
References
- http://savannah.gnu.org/forum/forum.php?forum_id=6368Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/40475Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/40532Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/1757Vendor Advisory
- http://savannah.gnu.org/forum/forum.php?forum_id=6368Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/40475Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/40532Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/1757Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2010-2056?
GNU gv before 3.7.0 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2010-2056?
Severity scoring for CVE-2010-2056 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2010-2056?
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-2010-2056?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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