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CVE-2004-0974

First published: Wed Oct 20 2004(Updated: )

The netatalk 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
Netatalk=1.6.4
Netatalk=1.5_pre6
Netatalk=1.6.1
Red Hat Fedora Core=core_2.0
Mandriva Linux Corporate Server=2.1
Mandrake Linux=9.2
Mandrake Linux=10.1
Mandrake Linux=9.2
Mandrake Linux=10.0
Red Hat Fedora Core=core_3.0
Mandriva Linux Corporate Server=2.1
Mandrake Linux=10.0
Mandrake Linux=10.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-0974?

    CVE-2004-0974 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for local users to overwrite files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-0974?

    To fix CVE-2004-0974, users should update the netatalk package to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2004-0974?

    CVE-2004-0974 affects local users of Trustix Secure Linux and several versions of the netatalk package.

  • What type of attack is associated with CVE-2004-0974?

    CVE-2004-0974 is associated with a symlink attack that allows local users to overwrite temporary files.

  • Is CVE-2004-0974 a remote or local vulnerability?

    CVE-2004-0974 is a local vulnerability, meaning it can only be exploited by users with access to the affected system.

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