OSVDB ID: 10023 Title: sudo sudoedit Restricted Local File Disclosure |
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Sudo contains a flaw that may lead to an unauthorized information disclosure. The issue is triggered when a malicious user links an arbitrary file to sudo's temporary file and calls the -u option (sudoedit) resulting in read access to the linked file, which will disclose information normally unreadable resulting in a loss of confidentiality. |
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Local Access Required
Attack Type: Information Disclosure Impact: Loss of Confidentiality Exploit: Exploit Public Disclosure: OSVDB Verified |
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Upgrade to version 1.6.8p1 (patchlevel 1) or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds. |
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