CVE-2008-5155: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-5155: mail2sms.sh in smsclient 2.0.8z allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a (...

mail2sms.sh in smsclient 2.0.8z allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a (1) /tmp/header.##### or (2) /tmp/body.##### temporary file, or append data to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the (3) /tmp/sms.log temporary file.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 10:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-5155 is a local file-tampering issue in smsclient 2.0.8z. A local user could abuse predictable temporary files used by mail2sms.sh to overwrite or append to files the script can access. Business impact depends on whether the package exists on shared systems and what privileges run the script. Exposure is most likely on Unix/Linux systems running smsclient 2.0.8z where untrusted local users have access and mail2sms.sh is present or invoked. The provided sources do not identify broader affected versions, maintained package status, or remote exposure. Treat this as a targeted hardening item, not an internet-wide emergency. Prioritize shared Linux hosts, legacy systems, and any service account workflows that may execute mail2sms.sh with higher privileges. Mitigation focus: Check vendor or distribution guidance for fixed smsclient packages.; Remove or disable smsclient if it is unused.; Avoid running mail2sms.sh with elevated privileges until remediated..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 18, 2008, 15:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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