File Overwrite Vulnerability in Perl 5.8.0 by Perl
CVE-2005-0155

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Larry Wall

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 May 2005

What is CVE-2005-0155?

The Perl 5.8.0 implementation, when configured with setuid support, exposes a security flaw that allows local users to exploit the PERLIO_DEBUG variable. This vulnerability enables unauthorized file creation, which can lead to potential escalation of privileges and other security risks. It is essential for organizations using this version of Perl to implement security patches and updates to mitigate any possible attacks leveraging this flaw.

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  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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