CVE-2005-2353
First published: Fri Aug 05 2005(Updated: )
run-mozilla.sh in Thunderbird, with debugging enabled, allows local users to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
Credit: security@debian.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Thunderbird | =1.5.0.9 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:173
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:174
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1046
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19863
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1051
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14443
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19941
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/157-1/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2353?
CVE-2005-2353 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its local exploitability by users.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2353?
Fixing CVE-2005-2353 involves updating Thunderbird to a patched version to eliminate the symlink vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2005-2353?
Users of Mozilla Thunderbird version 1.5.0.9 with debugging enabled are affected by CVE-2005-2353.
What is the nature of the attack in CVE-2005-2353?
The attack in CVE-2005-2353 involves a symlink attack allowing local users to create or overwrite arbitrary files.
Can CVE-2005-2353 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2005-2353 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local user access to the system.
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