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CVE-2005-1039: Race condition in Core Utilities (coreutils) 5.2.1, when (1) mkdir, (2) mknod, or (3) mkfifo is running wit...

Race condition in Core Utilities (coreutils) 5.2.1, when (1) mkdir, (2) mknod, or (3) mkfifo is running with the -m switch, allows local users to modify permissions of other files.

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CVE-2005-1039 is an old local race condition in coreutils 5.2.1. If mkdir, mknod, or mkfifo is used with the -m option, a local user may be able to alter permissions on other files. Business urgency depends on whether legacy systems still run this version and expose local user access. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix/Linux systems with coreutils 5.2.1, especially where local users can run or influence privileged workflows using mkdir, mknod, or mkfifo with -m. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless affected systems support shared local access or privileged automation. Prioritize inventory and patch confirmation over emergency response. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for coreutils 5.2.1 or vendor packages based on it.; Check operating system vendor advisories for fixed coreutils packages.; Apply vendor-supported updates where applicable..

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