CVE-2008-4440
First published: Fri Oct 03 2008(Updated: )
The to-upgrade plugin in feta 1.4.16 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink on the (1) /tmp/feta.install.$USER and (2) /tmp/feta.avail.$USER temporary files.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Debian Feta |
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Reference Links
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=496397
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30899
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32155
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1643
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/feta
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4440?
CVE-2008-4440 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How can I mitigate CVE-2008-4440?
To mitigate CVE-2008-4440, ensure that users do not have write access to the /tmp directory or use a secure file transfer method instead.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-4440?
CVE-2008-4440 affects local users of the feta plugin in Debian systems.
What types of attacks can be executed using CVE-2008-4440?
CVE-2008-4440 can allow local users to exploit the symlink vulnerability to overwrite arbitrary files.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2008-4440?
As of now, there is no specific patch mentioned for CVE-2008-4440, but updating or removing the vulnerable plugin is recommended.
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