CVE-2018-17955

Name: CVE-2018-17955
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-03-15T20:29:00.557+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.31%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-17955 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In yast2-multipath before version 4.1.1 a static temporary filename allows local attackers to overwrite files on systems without symlink protection. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In yast2-multipath before version 4.1.1 a static temporary filename allows local attackers to overwrite files on systems without symlink protection

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.31%

22.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Opensuse	Yast2-Multipath	< 4.1.1

References

Timeline

Published: Mar 15, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-17955?

In yast2-multipath before version 4.1.1 a static temporary filename allows local attackers to overwrite files on systems without symlink protection

How severe is CVE-2018-17955?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-17955 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-17955?

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-2018-17955?

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Source: NVD / NIST