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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

EPSS Probability
0.42%

33.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ConkyConky<= 1.8.1
ConkyConky1.1
ConkyConky1.2
ConkyConky1.3.0
ConkyConky1.3.1
ConkyConky1.3.2
ConkyConky1.3.3
ConkyConky1.3.4
ConkyConky1.3.5
ConkyConky1.4.0
ConkyConky1.4.1
ConkyConky1.4.2
ConkyConky1.4.3
ConkyConky1.4.4
ConkyConky1.4.5
ConkyConky1.4.6
ConkyConky1.4.7
ConkyConky1.4.8
ConkyConky1.4.9
ConkyConky1.5.0
ConkyConky1.5.1
ConkyConky1.6.0
ConkyConky1.6.1
ConkyConky1.7.0
ConkyConky1.7.1
ConkyConky1.7.1.1
ConkyConky1.7.2
ConkyConky1.8.0

References

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2011-3616?

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Source: NVD / NIST