CVE-2006-1753: Low severity Debian Debian Linux vulnerability

Published Apr 18, 2006
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Updated

A cron job in fcheck before 2.7.59 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file.

Affected Software

14 affected components
Debian Debian Linux=3.1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1-r1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1
Debian Debian Linux=3.1

Event History

Apr 18, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-1753?

CVE-2006-1753 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential impact from a local symlink attack.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-1753?

To mitigate CVE-2006-1753, ensure that the software is updated to a version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-2006-1753?

CVE-2006-1753 affects various Debian GNU/Linux 3.1 systems across multiple architectures.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2006-1753 involve?

CVE-2006-1753 involves a symlink attack that allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files.

5

Can CVE-2006-1753 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2006-1753 requires local access to the system for exploitation.

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