CVE-2005-3349: Low severity GNU gnump3d vulnerability

Published Nov 18, 2005
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Updated

GNU Gnump3d before 2.9.8 allows local users to modify or delete arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the index.lok temporary file.

Affected Software

8 affected components
GNU gnump3d<=2.9.7
GNU gnump3d=2.9
GNU gnump3d=2.9.1
GNU gnump3d=2.9.2
GNU gnump3d=2.9.3
GNU gnump3d=2.9.4
GNU gnump3d=2.9.5
GNU gnump3d=2.9.6

Event History

Nov 18, 2005
CVE Published
10:03 PM
Nov 19, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2005-3349?

CVE-2005-3349 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for local users to perform unauthorized file operations.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-3349?

To fix CVE-2005-3349, upgrade to GNU Gnump3d version 2.9.8 or later.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2005-3349?

CVE-2005-3349 affects all versions of GNU Gnump3d prior to 2.9.8.

4

What is a symlink attack in the context of CVE-2005-3349?

A symlink attack allows a local user to create a symbolic link to modify or delete files by exploiting the temporary index.lok file.

5

Can CVE-2005-3349 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2005-3349 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local user access to the affected system.

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