CVE-2006-1753
First published: Tue Apr 18 2006(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.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1-r1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2006-1753?
CVE-2006-1753 affects various Debian GNU/Linux 3.1 systems across multiple architectures.
What type of attack does CVE-2006-1753 involve?
CVE-2006-1753 involves a symlink attack that allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files.
Can CVE-2006-1753 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2006-1753 requires local access to the system for exploitation.
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