3.6
CWE
59
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2007-6208

First published: Tue Dec 04 2007(Updated: )

sylprint.pl in claws mail tools (claws-mail-tools) allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the sylprint.[USER].[PID] temporary file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Claws-Mail

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2007-6208?

    CVE-2007-6208 has a moderate severity level due to its potential for local privilege escalation through symlink attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2007-6208?

    To fix CVE-2007-6208, ensure that the temporary files created by sylprint.pl are not vulnerable to symlink attacks by implementing proper file path sanitization.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2007-6208?

    CVE-2007-6208 affects the claws-mail-tools package in Claws Mail.

  • Who is impacted by CVE-2007-6208?

    Local users of Claws Mail who have access to the system are impacted by CVE-2007-6208.

  • What kind of attack does CVE-2007-6208 facilitate?

    CVE-2007-6208 facilitates symlink attacks that allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files.

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