CVE Catalog

CVE-2005-1920

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The Kate and Kwrite applications in KDE 3.2.x through 3.4.0 do not properly set permissions on backup files, which may differ from the original file's permissions. This could allow local users and possibly remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.

Risk Assessment

The risk involves potential unauthorized access to sensitive data stored in backup files, which could compromise information confidentiality within the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update KDE to version 3.4.1 or later, which includes a fix for this vulnerability. Alternatively, manually set appropriate permissions on backup files.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The (1) Kate and (2) Kwrite applications in KDE KDE 3.2.x through 3.4.0 do not properly set the same permissions on the backup file as were set on the original file, which could allow local users and possibly remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS