CVE-2008-3927
First published: Thu Sep 04 2008(Updated: )
genmsgidx in Tiger 3.2.2 allows local users to overwrite or delete arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tiger Tiger | =3.2.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=496415
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31659
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/tiger
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30876
- http://uvw.ru/report.lenny.txt
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44732
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3927?
CVE-2008-3927 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for local file overwriting or deletion.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3927?
To fix CVE-2008-3927, update Tiger to a version later than 3.2.2 that addresses this symlink vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-3927?
Local users of the Tiger software version 3.2.2 are affected by CVE-2008-3927.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2008-3927?
Exploiting CVE-2008-3927 can allow an attacker to overwrite or delete arbitrary files on the system.
Is CVE-2008-3927 a remote exploit?
No, CVE-2008-3927 is a local exploit that requires access to the system to execute.
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