CVE-2005-1740
First published: Tue May 24 2005(Updated: )
fixproc in Net-snmp 5.x before 5.2.1-r1 creates temporary files insecurely, which allows local users to modify the contents of those files to execute arbitrary commands, or overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CentOS Net-SNMP Agent Libraries | =5.0.1 | |
| CentOS Net-SNMP Agent Libraries | =5.0.3 | |
| CentOS Net-SNMP Agent Libraries | =5.0.4_pre2 | |
| CentOS Net-SNMP Agent Libraries | =5.0.5 | |
| CentOS Net-SNMP Agent Libraries | =5.0.6 | |
| CentOS Net-SNMP Agent Libraries | =5.0.7 | |
| CentOS Net-SNMP Agent Libraries | =5.0.8 | |
| CentOS Net-SNMP Agent Libraries | =5.0.9 | |
| CentOS Net-SNMP Agent Libraries | =5.1.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.zataz.net/adviso/net-snmp-05182005.txt
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200505-18.xml
- http://www.osvdb.org/16778
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15471
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014039
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13715
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18635
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-373.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-395.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17135
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16999
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:025
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/0598
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A11659
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1740?
CVE-2005-1740 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local users to execute arbitrary commands or overwrite files.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1740?
To fix CVE-2005-1740, users should upgrade to Net-SNMP version 5.2.1-r1 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-1740?
CVE-2005-1740 affects Net-SNMP versions prior to 5.2.1-r1, specifically versions 5.0.1 through 5.0.9 and several others.
What type of attack can be executed due to CVE-2005-1740?
CVE-2005-1740 allows for symlink attacks by enabling local users to modify the contents of temporary files.
Is CVE-2005-1740 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2005-1740 is a local vulnerability, meaning it can be exploited by users with local access to the system.
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