CVE-2004-2097: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2004-2097: Multiple scripts on SuSE Linux 9.0 allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (...

Multiple scripts on SuSE Linux 9.0 allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (1) /tmp/fvwm-bug created by fvwm-bug, (2) /tmp/wmmenu created by wm-oldmenu2new, (3) /tmp/rates created by x11perfcomp, (4) /tmp/xf86debug.1.log created by xf86debug, (5) /tmp/.winpopup-new created by winpopup-send.sh, or (6) /tmp/initrd created by lvmcreate_initrd.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 01:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2004-2097 concerns old SuSE Linux 9.0 scripts that used predictable temporary file paths. A local user could abuse those paths with symlinks to overwrite files. The business concern is mainly legacy Linux exposure, not internet-facing remote compromise. Exposure appears limited to SuSE Linux 9.0 systems with the named scripts present. The provided sources do not identify other affected products, supported branches, or CPEs. Treat as a legacy hygiene issue unless SuSE Linux 9.0 remains in production. Prioritize discovery and retirement because supportability is the larger operational risk. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire any remaining SuSE Linux 9.0 systems.; Check SUSE or archive vendor advisories for corrected packages.; Restrict local shell access on legacy hosts until remediated..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 20:23 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 27, 2005, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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suse-multiple-symlink-attack(14963)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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