Title: linuxconf /tmp File Race Condition Vulnerability
Severity: MODERATE
Description:
linuxconf is a powerful configuration tool available for various distributions of the Linux Operating System. A problem exists which could potentially allow a race condition and symbolic link attack.
The problem occurs in the creation of /tmp files by linuxconf. The vpop3d program, which is part of the linuxconf package, creates /tmp files in an insecure manner under some circumstances. This could result in guessing of the filename of a future /tmp file, and the creation of a symbolic link to a file writable by the user executing linuxconf, which is normally root. A user with malicious motives could use this vulnerability to potentially overwrite or append to system files.
Affected Products:
- RedHat Linux 7.0.0
- WireX Immunix OS 7.0.0 -Beta
Juniper Networks provides this content via a wide variety of sources and production methods. If notified of errors or omissions in the content of this page, Juniper Networks, at its discretion, will modify or remove the page or leave the content as is, depending on various factors including but not limited to the reputation and authority of the party providing the notification. Please use the contact information displayed elsewhere on this page to report any errors or omissions regarding the content on this page.
