CVE-2011-1072: Low severity php pear vulnerability
The installer in PEAR before 1.9.2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the package.xml file, related to the (1) downloaddir, (2) cachedir, (3) tmpdir, and (4) pear-build-download directories, a different vulnerability than CVE-2007-2519.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1072?
CVE-2011-1072 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to exploit the symlink attack.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1072?
To fix CVE-2011-1072, you should upgrade to PEAR version 1.9.2 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2011-1072?
The impact of CVE-2011-1072 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files through a symlink attack, leading to possible data loss or system compromise.
Which versions of PHP PEAR are affected by CVE-2011-1072?
CVE-2011-1072 affects PEAR versions prior to 1.9.2, including multiple earlier versions such as 1.6.1, 1.5.1, and 1.0.1.
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely in CVE-2011-1072?
No, CVE-2011-1072 is a local vulnerability and can only be exploited by users with local access to the system.