CVE-2008-4476
First published: Tue Oct 07 2008(Updated: )
sympa.pl in sympa 5.3.4 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/sympa_aliases.$$ temporary file. NOTE: wwsympa.fcgi was also reported, but the issue occurred in a dead function, so it is not a vulnerability.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sympa | =5.3.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.debian.org/debian-devel/2008/08/msg00312.html
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=494969
- http://dev.gentoo.org/~rbu/security/debiantemp/sympa
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/30/2
- http://bugs.debian.org/496405
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31458
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30727
- http://uvw.ru/report.lenny.txt
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44499
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4476?
CVE-2008-4476 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow file overwriting via symlink attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4476?
To fix CVE-2008-4476, ensure you upgrade to a version of Sympa later than 5.3.4 that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-4476?
Users running Sympa version 5.3.4 are affected by CVE-2008-4476 due to the symlink vulnerability in sympa.pl.
What is the attack vector for CVE-2008-4476?
The attack vector for CVE-2008-4476 involves local users exploiting symlink attacks on temporary files.
Is CVE-2008-4476 still exploitable?
CVE-2008-4476 can still be exploitable if the vulnerable version is in use, emphasizing the importance of upgrades.
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