CVE-2007-0476
First published: Thu Jan 25 2007(Updated: )
The gencert.sh script, when installing OpenLDAP before 2.1.30-r10, 2.2.x before 2.2.28-r7, and 2.3.x before 2.3.30-r2 as an ebuild in Gentoo Linux, does not create temporary directories in /tmp securely during emerge, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Gentoo Linux | =2.1.30-r9 | |
| Gentoo Linux | =2.3.30-r2 | |
| Gentoo Linux | =2.2.28-r7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0476?
CVE-2007-0476 is considered to have a medium severity due to the potential for local file overwrites via symlink attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0476?
To fix CVE-2007-0476, upgrade OpenLDAP to a version later than 2.1.30-r10, 2.2.28-r7, or 2.3.30-r2.
What versions are affected by CVE-2007-0476?
CVE-2007-0476 affects OpenLDAP versions prior to 2.1.30-r10, 2.2.x before 2.2.28-r7, and 2.3.x before 2.3.30-r2.
Can CVE-2007-0476 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2007-0476 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the system.
What is a symlink attack in relation to CVE-2007-0476?
A symlink attack in the context of CVE-2007-0476 allows local users to create symbolic links in temporary directories that can overwriting sensitive files.
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- vendor/gentoo
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- version/gentoo linux/2.1.30-r9
- version/gentoo linux/2.3.30-r2
- version/gentoo linux/2.2.28-r7