File Overwrite Vulnerability in gzip by GNU
CVE-2004-0970

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Gnu
Status
Gzip
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 February 2005

Summary

The gzip package, utilized by various applications, exhibits a vulnerability in its gzexe, zdiff, and znew scripts, which allows local users to conduct a symlink attack on temporary files. This exploit can lead to unauthorized file overwrites, potentially compromising system integrity and user data. Efforts should be taken to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17583
vdb-entryx_refsource_XF
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11288
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
http://www.trustix.org/errata/2004/0050
vendor-advisoryx_refsource_TRUSTIX

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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