CVE-2008-0525
First published: Thu Jan 31 2008(Updated: )
PatchLink Update client for Unix, as used by Novell ZENworks Patch Management Update Agent for Linux/Unix/Mac (LUM) 6.2094 through 6.4102 and other products, allows local users to (1) truncate arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/patchlink.tmp file used by the logtrimmer script, and (2) execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack on the /tmp/plshutdown file used by the rebootTask script.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Unix | ||
| Lumension PatchLink Update Server | =6.2 | |
| Lumension PatchLink Update Server | =6.2 | |
| Lumension PatchLink Update Server | =6.2 | |
| Lumension PatchLink Update Server | =6.3 | |
| Lumension PatchLink Update Server | =6.3 | |
| Lumension PatchLink Update Server | =6.3 | |
| Lumension PatchLink Update Server | =6.4 | |
| Lumension PatchLink Update Server | =6.4 | |
| Lumension PatchLink Update Server | =6.4 | |
| Novell ZENworks Patch Management Update Agent | =6.2 | |
| Novell ZENworks Patch Management Update Agent | =6.2 | |
| Novell ZENworks Patch Management Update Agent | =6.2 | |
| Novell ZENworks Patch Management Update Agent | =6.3 | |
| Novell ZENworks Patch Management Update Agent | =6.3 | |
| Novell ZENworks Patch Management Update Agent | =6.3 | |
| Novell ZENworks Patch Management Update Agent | =6.4 | |
| Novell ZENworks Patch Management Update Agent | =6.4 | |
| Novell ZENworks Patch Management Update Agent | =6.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019272
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28665
- http://support.lumension.com/scripts/rightnow.cfg/php.exe/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=527
- http://support.lumension.com/scripts/rightnow.cfg/php.exe/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=528
- http://support.lumension.com/scripts/rightnow.cfg/php.exe/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=530
- https://secure-support.novell.com/KanisaPlatform/Publishing/18/3908994_f.SAL_Public.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27458
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28657
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3599
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0426
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39958
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39956
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/487103/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0525?
CVE-2008-0525 has been classified with a moderate severity level due to its potential for local file truncation.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0525?
To fix CVE-2008-0525, update the PatchLink Update client to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-0525?
CVE-2008-0525 affects users of the Lumension PatchLink Update client and Novell ZENworks Patch Management Update Agent versions 6.2 to 6.4.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2008-0525?
Exploitation of CVE-2008-0525 can allow local users to truncate arbitrary files on the system.
When was CVE-2008-0525 discovered?
CVE-2008-0525 was publicly disclosed in January 2008.
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