OSVDB ID: 8274 Title: SCO OpenServer uudecode Arbitrary File Overwrite |
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Description |
OpenServer contains a flaw in the in the /usr/bin/uudecode binary which does not verify if it is writing to a file, a symlink, or an open pipe. This flaw may allow a local attacker to overwrite arbitrary files through symbolic links, resulting in a loss of data 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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Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, OpenServer has released a patch to address this vulnerability. |
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