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CVE-2002-1838: Charities.cron 1.0.2 through 1.6.0 allows local users to write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on t...

Charities.cron 1.0.2 through 1.6.0 allows local users to write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.

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Charities.cron versions 1.0.2 through 1.6.0 can let a local user cause the program to write to unintended files through unsafe temporary-file handling. The sources do not provide CVSS scoring, confirmed exploitation, or a specific fixed version. Exposure appears limited to systems running Charities.cron 1.0.2 through 1.6.0 with local users or processes able to influence the temporary-file location. This is likely niche and legacy software, but local multi-user systems deserve attention. Treat this as a legacy local privilege-risk item, not an emergency internet-facing issue based on current evidence. Prioritize if the software exists on shared Unix-like systems or runs with elevated privileges. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Charities.cron versions 1.0.2 through 1.6.0.; Check vendor changelog and SecurityFocus BID for fixed-version guidance.; Remove Charities.cron where it is no longer required..

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