Description
sort creates temporary files and follows symbolic links, which allows local users to modify arbitrary files that are writable by the user running sort, as observed in updatedb and other programs that use sort.
Product(s):
- Red Hat Linux 4.1
- slackware slackware_linux 3.3
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-1999-1095, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-1999-1095 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.