CVE-2011-0461
First published: Fri Apr 01 2011(Updated: )
/etc/init.d/boot.localfs in the aaa_base package before 11.2-43.48.1 in SUSE openSUSE 11.2, and before 11.3-8.7.1 in openSUSE 11.3, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on /dev/shm/mtab.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| openSUSE | =11.2 | |
| openSUSE | =11.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-04/msg00000.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-05/msg00005.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2011-03/msg00007.html
- http://support.novell.com/security/cve/CVE-2011-0461.html
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/665479
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0461?
CVE-2011-0461 is considered to be of medium severity due to its potential for local users to exploit a symlink vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0461?
To fix CVE-2011-0461, update the aaa_base package to version 11.2-43.48.1 or later for openSUSE 11.2 or to version 11.3-8.7.1 or later for openSUSE 11.3.
Who is affected by CVE-2011-0461?
CVE-2011-0461 affects local users on openSUSE 11.2 and 11.3 who have access to modify files via symlink attacks.
What version of openSUSE does CVE-2011-0461 impact?
CVE-2011-0461 impacts openSUSE versions 11.2 before 11.2-43.48.1 and 11.3 before 11.3-8.7.1.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2011-0461?
CVE-2011-0461 is associated with a symlink attack that allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files.
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