CVE-2004-0770: Low severity DGen Emulator vulnerability
romload.c in DGen Emulator 1.23 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files during decompression of (1) gzip or (2) bzip ROM files.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0770?
The CVE-2004-0770 vulnerability is considered to have a moderate severity level due to its potential to allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0770?
To fix CVE-2004-0770, update the DGen Emulator to version 1.24 or later, which addresses this symlink attack issue.
Who is affected by CVE-2004-0770?
Local users on systems running DGen Emulator versions 1.15 to 1.23, as well as Debian Linux version 3.0, are affected by CVE-2004-0770.
What type of attack is related to CVE-2004-0770?
CVE-2004-0770 is associated with a symlink attack that allows local users to manipulate temporary files during the decompression of ROM files.
Can CVE-2004-0770 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2004-0770 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the system where the vulnerable software is installed.