CVE-2005-1039: Race Condition
Published Apr 10, 2005
·Updated
Race condition in Core Utilities (coreutils) 5.2.1, when (1) mkdir, (2) mknod, or (3) mkfifo is running with the -m switch, allows local users to modify permissions of other files.
Affected Software
1 affected component
GNU Coreutils=5.2.1
Event History
Apr 10, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1039?
CVE-2005-1039 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for local users to exploit permissions.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-1039?
To fix CVE-2005-1039, upgrade to a patched version of Core Utilities beyond version 5.2.1.
3
What functionality is affected by CVE-2005-1039?
CVE-2005-1039 affects the functionalities of mkdir, mknod, and mkfifo when used with the -m switch.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2005-1039?
Local users on systems running Core Utilities version 5.2.1 are affected by CVE-2005-1039.
5
Can CVE-2005-1039 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2005-1039 is not exploitable remotely as it requires local user access.