CVE-2009-3289: High severity glib vulnerability
The gfilecopy function in glib 2.0 sets the permissions of a target file to the permissions of a symbolic link (777), which allows user-assisted local users to modify files of other users, as demonstrated by using Nautilus to modify the permissions of the user home directory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3289?
CVE-2009-3289 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for user-assisted local users to modify files of other users.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3289?
To fix CVE-2009-3289, you should update GLib to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2009-3289?
CVE-2009-3289 affects users of GLib 2.0 and specific versions of openSUSE and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server.
What are the consequences of CVE-2009-3289?
The consequences of CVE-2009-3289 include unauthorized modification of files by local users due to incorrect permission settings.
Is CVE-2009-3289 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2009-3289 is classified as a local vulnerability as it requires user assistance to exploit.