Description
The (1) tcltags or (2) vimspell.sh scripts in vim 6.3 allow local users to overwrite or create arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
Product(s):
- Vim Development Group Vim 6.3.011
- Vim Development Group Vim 6.3.025
- Vim Development Group Vim 6.3.030
- Vim Development Group Vim 6.3.044
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2005-0069, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2005-0069 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.