CVE-2003-0214
First published: Sat Apr 26 2003(Updated: )
run-mailcap in mime-support 3.22 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Debian mime-support | =3.21 | |
| Debian mime-support | =3.18 | |
| Debian mime-support | =3.19 | |
| Debian mime-support | =3.14 | |
| Debian mime-support | =3.11 | |
| Debian mime-support | =3.17 | |
| Debian mime-support | =3.13 | |
| Debian mime-support | =3.15 | |
| Debian mime-support | =3.16 | |
| Debian mime-support | =3.20 | |
| Debian mime-support | =3.9 | |
| Debian mime-support | =3.10 | |
| Debian mime-support | =3.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0214?
CVE-2003-0214 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to potential file overwrites.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0214?
To fix CVE-2003-0214, update the mime-support package to version 3.23 or later.
What impact does CVE-2003-0214 have on affected systems?
CVE-2003-0214 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files, which could lead to data loss or system compromise.
Which versions of mime-support are affected by CVE-2003-0214?
CVE-2003-0214 affects mime-support versions 3.22 and earlier.
Is CVE-2003-0214 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2003-0214 is a local vulnerability, meaning it requires local access to exploit.
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