HTTProtect protected files can be changed using a symlink attack
| httprotect-protected-file-symlink (6880) |  Medium Risk |
Description:
HTTProtect could allow a local attacker to launch a symlink attack. A local attacker with root privileges or the owner of a protected file, can create a symbolic link with the protected file to a file in a writable directory to bypass access control mechanisms and change protected files on the system.
Platforms Affected:
- OmniSecure, HTTProtect 1.1.1
- RedHat, Linux 6.2
Remedy:
For Red Hat Linux 6.2:
Apply the patch for this vulnerability, as listed in SNS Advisory No.37. See References.
Consequences:
File Manipulation
References:
- OmniSecure Web site, HTTProtect RedHat Linux 6.2 Release Note at http://www.omnisecure.com/products/http/Linux/1.1.1/index.htm.
- SNS Advisory No.37, HTTProtect allows attackers to change the protected file using a symlink at http://www.lac.co.jp/security/english/snsadv_e/37_e.html.
- CVE-2001-1172: OmniSecure HTTProtect 1.1.1 allows a superuser without omnish privileges to modify a protected file by creating a symbolic link to that file.
- OSVDB ID: 5452: OmniSecure HTTProtect SymLink File Modification
Reported:
Jul 18, 2001
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