CVE-2002-2210
First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )
The installation of OpenOffice 1.0.1 allows local users to overwrite files and possibly gain privileges via a symlink attack on the USERNAME_autoresponse.conf temporary file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenOffice OpenOffice | =1.0.1 | |
| Apache OpenOffice | =1.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-2210?
CVE-2002-2210 has a medium severity level due to its potential for privilege escalation through a symlink attack.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2210?
To fix CVE-2002-2210, update to a later version of OpenOffice that does not allow the creation of symlinks in the temporary file path.
What versions of OpenOffice are affected by CVE-2002-2210?
OpenOffice version 1.0.1 is specifically affected by CVE-2002-2210.
Can CVE-2002-2210 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2002-2210 requires local access to the system, making it not exploitable remotely.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-2210?
CVE-2002-2210 is a local file overwrite vulnerability resulting from improper handling of temporary files.
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