CVE-2010-4337: Low severity gnu gnash vulnerability

Published Jan 14, 2011
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Updated

The configure script in gnash 0.8.8 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the (1) /tmp/gnash-configure-errors.$$, (2) /tmp/gnash-configure-warnings.$$, or (3) /tmp/gnash-configure-recommended.$$ files.

Affected Software

1 affected component
GNU Gnash=0.8.8

Event History

Jan 14, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-4337?

CVE-2010-4337 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for local file overwriting via a symlink attack.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-4337?

To fix CVE-2010-4337, users should update to a patched version of gnash that addresses this symlink vulnerability.

3

Which versions of gnash are affected by CVE-2010-4337?

CVE-2010-4337 specifically affects gnash version 0.8.8.

4

Can CVE-2010-4337 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2010-4337 requires local access to exploit the symlink vulnerability.

5

What files are involved in the CVE-2010-4337 vulnerability?

CVE-2010-4337 involves symlink attacks on the temporary files /tmp/gnash-configure-errors.$$, /tmp/gnash-configure-warnings.$$, and /tmp/gnash-configure-recommended.$$.

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