CVE-2008-5034: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-5034: master-filter in printfilters-ppd 2.13 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack...

master-filter in printfilters-ppd 2.13 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/filter.debug temporary file. NOTE: the vendor disputes this vulnerability, stating 'this package does not have " possibility of attack with the help of symlinks"'

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 17, 2024, 03:27 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2008-5034 describes a disputed local file-overwrite issue in printfilters-ppd 2.13. The report claims a local user could abuse a temporary debug file in /tmp through a symlink. The vendor disputed that this package was vulnerable. There is no evidence in the bundle of active exploitation or broad modern exposure. Likely limited to legacy systems that still include printfilters-ppd 2.13 or related historical distribution packages. Exposure would require local user access on the host. The source bundle does not confirm affected CPEs, supported platforms, or current vulnerable package availability. Treat this as a low-urgency verification item unless the environment runs legacy printfilters-ppd with untrusted local users. The uncertainty and vendor dispute reduce confidence, but unsupported legacy packages should still be removed or updated through normal hygiene programs. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for printfilters-ppd 2.13 or related legacy packages.; Check vendor or distribution guidance for update, removal, or dispute status.; Remove unsupported legacy print packages where they are not required..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 18:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 10, 2008, 16:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=235770CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC

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