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CVE-2011-2473

UnknownEPSS 0.40%

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CVE-2011-2473 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The do_dump_data function in utils/opcontrol in OProfile 0.9.6 and earlier might allow local users to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a crafted --session-dir argument in conjunction with a symlink attack on the opd_pipe file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-1760.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The do_dump_data function in utils/opcontrol in OProfile 0.9.6 and earlier might allow local users to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a crafted --session-dir argument in conjunction with a symlink attack on the opd_pipe file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-1760.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.40%

31.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Maynard JohnsonOprofile<= 0.9.6
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.1
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.2
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.3
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.4
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.5
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.5.1
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.5.2
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.5.3
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.5.4
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.6
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.6.1
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.7
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.7.1
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.8
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.8.1
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.8.2
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.9
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.9.1
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.9.2
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.9.3
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.9.4
Maynard JohnsonOprofile0.9.5

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-2473?
The do_dump_data function in utils/opcontrol in OProfile 0.9.6 and earlier might allow local users to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a crafted --session-dir argument in conjunction with a symlink attack on the opd_pipe file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-1760.
How severe is CVE-2011-2473?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-2473 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2473?
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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Source: NVD / NIST