CVE-2004-1179: Low severity debian debmake vulnerability
Published Dec 31, 2004
·Updated
The debstd script in debmake 3.6.x before 3.6.10 and 3.7.x before 3.7.7 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary directories.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Debian Debmake>=3.6<3.6.10
Debian Debmake>=3.7<3.7.7
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 31, 2004
CVE Published
05:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2004-1179?
CVE-2004-1179 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to exploit the symlink attack.
2
How do I fix CVE-2004-1179?
To fix CVE-2004-1179, upgrade debmake to version 3.6.10 or later for the 3.6.x series, or version 3.7.7 or later for the 3.7.x series.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2004-1179?
CVE-2004-1179 affects users of debmake versions 3.6.x prior to 3.6.10 and 3.7.x prior to 3.7.7.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2004-1179 involve?
CVE-2004-1179 involves a symlink attack that allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files.
5
Is CVE-2004-1179 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2004-1179 is a local vulnerability that requires local user access to exploit.