Symlink Vulnerability in Novell Linux Desktop 9 Affecting Tetex
CVE-2005-1065

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Novell
Status
Linux Desktop
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 May 2005

Summary

A local user can exploit a symlink attack in tetex on Novell Linux Desktop 9, allowing them to determine the existence of arbitrary files in the /var/cache/fonts directory. This vulnerability can jeopardize file security and lead to potential information leakage, highlighting the importance of mitigating such risks in system configurations.

References

http://lists.suse.com/archive/suse-security-announce/2005...
vendor-advisoryx_refsource_SUSE
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13072
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID

Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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