CVE-2021-35939 Detail
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Description
It was found that the fix for CVE-2017-7500 and CVE-2017-7501 was incomplete: the check was only implemented for the parent directory of the file to be created. A local unprivileged user who owns another ancestor directory could potentially use this flaw to gain root privileges. The highest threat from this vulnerability is to data confidentiality and integrity as well as system availability.
Severity
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-59 | Improper Link Resolution Before File Access (‘Link Following’) | Red Hat, Inc. |
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Quick Info
CVE Dictionary Entry:
CVE-2021-35939
NVD Published Date:
08/26/2022
NVD Last Modified:
08/26/2022
Source:
Red Hat, Inc.