CVE-2005-0069
First published: Thu Jan 13 2005(Updated: )
The (1) tcltags or (2) vimspell.sh scripts in vim 6.3 allow local users to overwrite or create arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Vim by Vim Development Group | =6.3.011 | |
| Vim by Vim Development Group | =6.3.025 | |
| Vim by Vim Development Group | =6.3.044 | |
| Vim by Vim Development Group | =6.3.030 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.fedora.us/show_bug.cgi?id=2343
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-036.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-122.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/13841/
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1012938
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110608387001863&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18870
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A9402
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0069?
CVE-2005-0069 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability that allows local users to conduct symlink attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0069?
To remediate CVE-2005-0069, upgrade to a fixed version of Vim that addresses the symlink vulnerability.
What are the affected versions in CVE-2005-0069?
CVE-2005-0069 affects Vim versions 6.3.011, 6.3.025, 6.3.030, and 6.3.044.
Who is at risk from CVE-2005-0069?
Local users on systems running the affected versions of Vim are at risk from CVE-2005-0069.
What is the impact of CVE-2005-0069?
The impact of CVE-2005-0069 includes the potential for local users to overwrite or create arbitrary files on the system.
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