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CVE-2002-2001

First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )

jmcce 1.3.8 in Mandrake 8.1 creates log files in /tmp with predictable names, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
jmcce jmcce=1.3.8
Mandrake Linux=8.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-2001?

    CVE-2002-2001 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for local file overwriting through a symlink attack.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-2001?

    To fix CVE-2002-2001, you should update jmcce to a version that does not create predictable log file names.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2002-2001?

    Users of jmcce version 1.3.8 on Mandrake Linux 8.1 are primarily affected by CVE-2002-2001.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2002-2001 enable?

    CVE-2002-2001 enables local users to conduct a symlink attack to overwrite arbitrary files.

  • When was CVE-2002-2001 disclosed?

    CVE-2002-2001 was disclosed in the year 2002.

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