CVE-2005-1707: Medium severity Gentoo Linux Webapp-config vulnerability
Published May 24, 2005
·Updated
The fnshowpostinst function in Gentoo webapp-config before 1.10-r14 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the postinst.txt temporary file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Gentoo Linux Webapp-config=1.10-r14
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
May 24, 2005
CVE Published
04:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1707?
CVE-2005-1707 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-1707?
To fix CVE-2005-1707, update the Gentoo webapp-config package to version 1.10-r14 or later.
3
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2005-1707?
CVE-2005-1707 allows local users to perform symlink attacks that can lead to file overwriting.
4
Which version of webapp-config is affected by CVE-2005-1707?
CVE-2005-1707 affects Gentoo Linux webapp-config versions prior to 1.10-r14.
5
Is CVE-2005-1707 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2005-1707 is a local vulnerability, requiring access to the system to exploit.