CVE-2010-4338
First published: Thu Jan 20 2011(Updated: )
ocrodjvu 0.4.6-1 on Debian GNU/Linux allows local users to modify arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files that are generated when Cuneiform is invoked as the OCR engine.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| pip/ocrodjvu | =0.4.6-1 | 0.4.6-2 |
| jwilk ocrodjvu | =0.4.6-1 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | ||
| All of | ||
| jwilk ocrodjvu | =0.4.6-1 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux |
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Reference Links
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=598134
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/45234
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/64892
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2010-4338
- https://web.archive.org/web/20200229160520/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/45234
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-5pjj-7m4p-wfh2 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-4338?
CVE-2010-4338 is considered to have moderate severity due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2010-4338?
To fix CVE-2010-4338, upgrade to ocrodjvu version 0.4.6-2 or later.
What type of attack is CVE-2010-4338?
CVE-2010-4338 is vulnerable to a symlink attack that allows local users to modify arbitrary files.
Which versions of ocrodjvu are affected by CVE-2010-4338?
CVE-2010-4338 affects ocrodjvu version 0.4.6-1.
Can CVE-2010-4338 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2010-4338 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local user access.
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