CVE-2004-1689
First published: Thu Sep 16 2004(Updated: )
sudoedit (aka sudo -e) in sudo 1.6.8 opens a temporary file with root privileges, which allows local users to read arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the temporary file before quitting sudoedit.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sudo | =1.6.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.nl/0409-exploits/sudoedit.txt
- http://www.sudo.ws/sudo/alerts/sudoedit.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/424358
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/o-219.shtml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11204
- http://www.osvdb.org/10023
- http://secunia.com/advisories/12596
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=109537972929201&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17424
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-1689?
CVE-2004-1689 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1689?
To fix CVE-2004-1689, upgrade to a later version of sudo that mitigates the symlink attack vector.
Who is affected by CVE-2004-1689?
Local users operating under the affected version of sudo (1.6.8) can exploit CVE-2004-1689.
What type of attack is CVE-2004-1689 associated with?
CVE-2004-1689 is associated with a symlink attack that can lead to unauthorized file access.
When was CVE-2004-1689 discovered?
CVE-2004-1689 was discovered in 2004, highlighting a vulnerability in sudo version 1.6.8.
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