What versions of SUSE Linux are affected by CVE-2011-0988?

SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 SP3, 10 SP4, and SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 SP3, 10 SP4 are affected.

What software does CVE-2011-0988 specifically target?

CVE-2011-0988 specifically targets Pure-FTPd version 1.0.22.

What is the main security risk associated with CVE-2011-0988?

The vulnerability allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files, potentially gaining elevated privileges.

Is there a specific patch available for CVE-2011-0988?

Yes, applying the recommended updates from the SUSE repository mitigates the vulnerability.

What can be done to mitigate risks associated with CVE-2011-0988?

Restrict access to the world-writeable directory and ensure that users have the least privileges necessary.

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CVE-2011-0988

medium

4.4

CWE

264

18/4/2011

6/8/2024

CVE-2011-0988

First published: Mon Apr 18 2011(Updated: )

pure-ftpd 1.0.22, as used in SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 SP3 and SP4, and Enterprise Desktop 10 SP3 and SP4, when running OES Netware extensions, creates a world-writeable directory, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and gain privileges via unspecified vectors.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
SUSE Linux	=10-sp3
SUSE Linux	=10-sp4
SUSE Linux	=11-sp4
Pure-FTPd	=1.0.22
SUSE Linux	=11-sp3

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Frequently Asked Questions

What versions of SUSE Linux are affected by CVE-2011-0988?
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 SP3, 10 SP4, and SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 SP3, 10 SP4 are affected.
What software does CVE-2011-0988 specifically target?
CVE-2011-0988 specifically targets Pure-FTPd version 1.0.22.
What is the main security risk associated with CVE-2011-0988?
The vulnerability allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files, potentially gaining elevated privileges.
Is there a specific patch available for CVE-2011-0988?
Yes, applying the recommended updates from the SUSE repository mitigates the vulnerability.
What can be done to mitigate risks associated with CVE-2011-0988?
Restrict access to the world-writeable directory and ensure that users have the least privileges necessary.

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