CVE-2008-4407: Low severity debian xsabre vulnerability

Published Oct 3, 2008
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Updated

XRunSabre in sabre (aka xsabre) 0.2.4b relies on the ability to create /tmp/sabre.log, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (application unavailability) by creating a /tmp/sabre.log file that cannot be overwritten.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Debian xsabre=0.2.4b

Event History

Oct 3, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:18 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-4407?

CVE-2008-4407 has been classified as a vulnerability that could lead to denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-4407?

To fix CVE-2008-4407, ensure that the /tmp/sabre.log file is not created with restrictive permissions that block overwriting.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2008-4407?

CVE-2008-4407 affects users of XRunSabre version 0.2.4b on Debian systems.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-4407?

CVE-2008-4407 is a local denial of service vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2008-4407 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2008-4407 requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.

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