CVE-2003-0872: Low severity SCO OpenServer vulnerability
Published Oct 25, 2003
·Updated
Certain scripts in OpenServer before 5.0.6 allow local users to overwrite files and conduct other unauthorized activities via a symlink attack on temporary files.
Affected Software
1 affected component
SCO OpenServer=5.0.5
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Oct 25, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Nov 17, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0872?
CVE-2003-0872 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2003-0872?
To fix CVE-2003-0872, upgrade OpenServer to version 5.0.6 or later.
3
What impacts are associated with CVE-2003-0872?
CVE-2003-0872 allows local users to overwrite files, leading to unauthorized actions on the system.
4
Which versions of OpenServer are vulnerable to CVE-2003-0872?
OpenServer versions prior to 5.0.6, specifically version 5.0.5, are vulnerable to CVE-2003-0872.
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Who is affected by CVE-2003-0872?
Local users of OpenServer versions before 5.0.6 are affected by CVE-2003-0872.