CVE Catalog

CVE-2014-2277

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The make_temporary_filename function in perltidy version 20120701-1 and earlier allows local users to obtain sensitive information or write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack, related to the use of the tmpnam function.

Risk Assessment

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain access to confidential data or manipulate files, potentially leading to serious security breaches in the system.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update perltidy to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability and to monitor the system for unauthorized activities.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The make_temporary_filename function in perltidy 20120701-1 and earlier allows local users to obtain sensitive information or write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack, related to use of the tmpnam function.

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