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CVE-2012-2451

UnknownEPSS 0.50%

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CVE-2012-2451 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Config::IniFiles module before 2.71 for Perl creates temporary files with predictable names, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Config::IniFiles module before 2.71 for Perl creates temporary files with predictable names, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information. NOTE: it has been reported that this might only be exploitable by writing in the same directory as the .ini file. If this is the case, then this issue might not cross privilege boundaries.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.50%

39.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Shlomi FishConfig-Inifiles<= 2.70

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-2451?
The Config::IniFiles module before 2.71 for Perl creates temporary files with predictable names, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information. NOTE: it has been reported that this might only be exploitable by writing in the same directory as the .ini file. If this is the case, then this issue might not cross privilege boundaries.
How severe is CVE-2012-2451?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-2451 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2451?
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