CVE-2011-3616
UnknownEPSS 0.42%
Last modified
CVE-2011-3616 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The getSkillname function in the eve module in Conky 1.8.1 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on /tmp/.cesf.. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The getSkillname function in the eve module in Conky 1.8.1 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on /tmp/.cesf.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Conky | Conky | <= 1.8.1 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.1 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.2 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.3.0 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.3.1 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.3.2 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.3.3 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.3.4 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.3.5 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.4.0 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.4.1 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.4.2 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.4.3 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.4.4 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.4.5 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.4.6 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.4.7 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.4.8 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.4.9 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.5.0 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.5.1 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.6.0 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.6.1 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.7.0 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.7.1 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.7.1.1 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.7.2 |
| Conky | Conky | 1.8.0 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43225Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46353Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43225Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46353Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-3616?
The getSkillname function in the eve module in Conky 1.8.1 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on /tmp/.cesf.
How severe is CVE-2011-3616?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-3616 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3616?
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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