CVE-2012-5530
UnknownEPSS 0.37%
Last modified
CVE-2012-5530 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The (1) pcmd and (2) pmlogger init scripts in Performance Co-Pilot (PCP) before 3.6.10 allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a /var/tmp/##### temporary file.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The (1) pcmd and (2) pmlogger init scripts in Performance Co-Pilot (PCP) before 3.6.10 allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a /var/tmp/##### temporary file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | <= 3.6.9 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 2.1.1 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 2.1.2 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 2.1.3 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 2.1.4 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 2.1.5 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 2.1.6 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 2.1.7 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 2.1.8 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 2.1.9 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 2.1.10 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 2.1.11 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 2.2 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 3.6.4 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 3.6.5 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 3.6.6 |
| Sgi | Performance Co-Pilot | 3.6.8 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-5530?
The (1) pcmd and (2) pmlogger init scripts in Performance Co-Pilot (PCP) before 3.6.10 allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a /var/tmp/##### temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2012-5530?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-5530 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5530?
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-2012-5530?
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