GNU a2ps 'spy_user()' Function Insecure Temporary File Creation Vulnerability
BID:65294
Info
GNU a2ps 'spy_user()' Function Insecure Temporary File Creation Vulnerability
| Bugtraq ID: | 65294 |
| Class: | Design Error |
| CVE: |
CVE-2001-1593 |
| Remote: | No |
| Local: | Yes |
| Published: | Feb 02 2014 12:00AM |
| Updated: | Apr 02 2014 12:58AM |
| Credit: | Jakub Wilk |
| Vulnerable: | |
| Not Vulnerable: |
GNU a2ps 4.13 |
Discussion
GNU a2ps 'spy_user()' Function Insecure Temporary File Creation Vulnerability
GNU a2ps is prone to a vulnerability because it creates temporary files in an insecure manner.
An attacker with local access could potentially exploit this issue to perform symbolic-link attacks.
Successfully mounting a symlink attack may allow the attacker to corrupt sensitive files or gain access to sensitive information. Other attacks may also be possible.
GNU a2ps is prone to a vulnerability because it creates temporary files in an insecure manner.
An attacker with local access could potentially exploit this issue to perform symbolic-link attacks.
Successfully mounting a symlink attack may allow the attacker to corrupt sensitive files or gain access to sensitive information. Other attacks may also be possible.
Exploit / POC
GNU a2ps 'spy_user()' Function Insecure Temporary File 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
GNU a2ps 'spy_user()' Function Insecure Temporary File Creation Vulnerability
Solution:
Updates are available. Please see the references or vendor advisory for more information.
Solution:
Updates are available. Please see the references or vendor advisory for more information.
References
GNU a2ps 'spy_user()' Function Insecure Temporary File Creation Vulnerability
References:
References:
- a2ps Home Page (GNU)