CVE-2004-2768
First published: Tue Jun 08 2010(Updated: )
dpkg 1.9.21 does not properly reset the metadata of a file during replacement of the file in a package upgrade, which might allow local users to gain privileges by creating a hard link to a vulnerable (1) setuid file, (2) setgid file, or (3) device, a related issue to CVE-2010-2059.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| dpkg-dev | =1.9.21 | |
| =1.9.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-2768?
CVE-2004-2768 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2768?
To fix CVE-2004-2768, users should upgrade dpkg to a version later than 1.9.21.
What versions of dpkg are affected by CVE-2004-2768?
CVE-2004-2768 affects dpkg version 1.9.21.
Who can exploit CVE-2004-2768?
Local users can exploit CVE-2004-2768 by creating hard links to vulnerable setuid or setgid files.
What can happen if CVE-2004-2768 is successfully exploited?
If successfully exploited, CVE-2004-2768 may allow local users to gain elevated privileges on the system.
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