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CVE-2003-0207: ps2epsi creates insecure temporary files when calling ghostscript, which allows local attackers to overwrit...

ps2epsi creates insecure temporary files when calling ghostscript, which allows local attackers to overwrite arbitrary files.

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CVE-2003-0207 is a local file overwrite issue in ps2epsi. When ps2epsi calls Ghostscript, it creates temporary files insecurely, which can let a local attacker overwrite arbitrary files. The public record does not provide a CVSS score, affected version list, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on systems where ps2epsi is installed and usable by local users or local processing workflows. The source bundle does not enumerate affected vendors, products, versions, or CPEs, so inventory validation is required. Treat this as an inventory-driven maintenance issue unless ps2epsi is present on multi-user or shared processing systems. Business urgency rises where local users can run document conversion tools on sensitive hosts. Mitigation focus: Check Debian DSA-286 and current vendor guidance for fixed packages or workarounds.; Identify systems with ps2epsi and Ghostscript installed or exposed to local users.; Restrict untrusted local access where ps2epsi processing is available..

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