Debian 'x11-common' Init Script Insecure Temporary Directory Creation Vulnerability
BID:52198
Info
Debian 'x11-common' Init Script Insecure Temporary Directory Creation Vulnerability
| Bugtraq ID: | 52198 |
| Class: | Design Error |
| CVE: | |
| Remote: | No |
| Local: | Yes |
| Published: | Feb 28 2012 12:00AM |
| Updated: | Feb 28 2012 12:00AM |
| Credit: | vladz |
| Vulnerable: |
Debian x11-common 1:7.5+8 |
| Not Vulnerable: | |
Discussion
Debian 'x11-common' Init Script Insecure Temporary Directory Creation Vulnerability
The Debian 'x11-common' init script is prone to a vulnerability because it creates temporary directories in an insecure manner.
An attacker with local access could potentially exploit this issue to perform symbolic-link attacks with root privileges. Other attacks may also be possible.
The Debian 'x11-common' init script is prone to a vulnerability because it creates temporary directories in an insecure manner.
An attacker with local access could potentially exploit this issue to perform symbolic-link attacks with root privileges. Other attacks may also be possible.
Exploit / POC
Debian 'x11-common' Init Script Insecure Temporary Directory Creation Vulnerability
An attacker can use readily available commands to exploit this issue.
An attacker can use readily available commands to exploit this issue.
Solution / Fix
Debian 'x11-common' Init Script Insecure Temporary Directory Creation Vulnerability
Solution:
Currently we are not aware of any vendor-supplied patches. If you feel we are in error or if you are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].
Solution:
Currently we are not aware of any vendor-supplied patches. If you feel we are in error or if you are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].
References
Debian 'x11-common' Init Script Insecure Temporary Directory Creation Vulnerability
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