CVE-2010-2449
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.75%
Last modified
CVE-2010-2449 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Gource through 0.26 logs to a predictable file name (/tmp/gource-$UID.tmp), enabling attackers to overwrite an arbitrary file via a symlink attack.. EPSS estimates a 1.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Gource through 0.26 logs to a predictable file name (/tmp/gource-$UID.tmp), enabling attackers to overwrite an arbitrary file via a symlink attack.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gource | Gource | <= 0.26 |
References
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=577958Third Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2010-2449Third Party Advisory
- https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39529/infoThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=577958Third Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2010-2449Third Party Advisory
- https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39529/infoThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2010-2449?
Gource through 0.26 logs to a predictable file name (/tmp/gource-$UID.tmp), enabling attackers to overwrite an arbitrary file via a symlink attack.
How severe is CVE-2010-2449?
CVE-2010-2449 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2010-2449?
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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