check_diskio CVE-2014-8994 Symlink Vulnerability

BID:71208

Info

check_diskio CVE-2014-8994 Symlink Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID: 71208
Class: Race Condition Error
CVE: CVE-2014-8994
Remote: No
Local: Yes
Published: Nov 20 2014 12:00AM
Updated: Dec 03 2014 12:57AM
Credit: Pierre Schweitzer
Vulnerable:
Not Vulnerable:

Discussion

check_diskio CVE-2014-8994 Symlink Vulnerability

check_diskio is prone to a symlink vulnerability.

Successfully exploiting these issues may allow an attacker to manipulate files on host system through symlink attacks.

Exploit / POC

check_diskio CVE-2014-8994 Symlink Vulnerability

An attacker uses readily available commands to exploit the issue.

Solution / Fix

check_diskio CVE-2014-8994 Symlink Vulnerability

Solution:
Updates are available. Please see the references or vendor advisory for more information.

References

check_diskio CVE-2014-8994 Symlink Vulnerability

References:

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