2.1
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2004-0972

First published: Wed Oct 20 2004(Updated: )

The lvmcreate_initrd script in the lvm package in Trustix Secure Linux 1.5 through 2.1, and possibly other operating systems, allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack on temporary files.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Lvm Logical Volume Management Utilities=1.0.8
Lvm Logical Volume Management Utilities=1.0.4
Lvm Logical Volume Management Utilities=1.0.1
Lvm Logical Volume Management Utilities=1.0.7
Gentoo Linux

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-0972?

    CVE-2004-0972 is considered to have a moderate severity due to the potential for local users to overwrite important files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-0972?

    To fix CVE-2004-0972, it is recommended to update the lvm package to a version that does not contain this vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2004-0972?

    CVE-2004-0972 affects local users of Trustix Secure Linux versions 1.5 through 2.1 and possibly other operating systems using vulnerable lvm package versions.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2004-0972 involve?

    CVE-2004-0972 involves a symlink attack on temporary files, allowing local users to overwrite files.

  • What software versions are vulnerable to CVE-2004-0972?

    The vulnerable software versions for CVE-2004-0972 include LVM Logical Volume Management Utilities versions 1.0.1, 1.0.4, 1.0.7, and 1.0.8.

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