critical10.0Public exploit code
CVE-1999-0730
The zsoelim program in the Debian man-db package allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack.
Public exploit code
Working exploit or proof of concept code has been published for this vulnerability. Treat unpatched systems as at risk.
- G. Wilford man 2.3.10 - Symlink1999-06-02 · local · linux · Verified
Impact
The zsoelim program in the Debian man-db package allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | Version 4.0 |