OSVDB ID: 21934 Title: DHIS Tools register-p.sh Symlink Arbitrary File Overwrite |
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DHIS Tools contains a flaw that may allow a malicious local user to overwrite arbitrary files on the system. The issue is due to the script 'register-p.sh' creating temporary files insecurely. It is possible for a user to use a symlink style attack to manipulate arbitrary files, resulting in a loss of integrity. |
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Local Access Required
Attack Type: Race Condition Impact: Loss of Integrity Exploit: Exploit Unknown Disclosure: OSVDB Verified |
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Debian users can upgrade to dhis-tools-dns version 5.0-3sarge1 or higher for the stable distribution (sarge), or version 5.0-5 for the unstable distribution (sid), as they have been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds. |
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