CVE-2010-1161: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2010-1161: Race condition in GNU nano before 2.2.4, when run by root to edit a file that is not owned by root, allows...

Race condition in GNU nano before 2.2.4, when run by root to edit a file that is not owned by root, allows local user-assisted attackers to change the ownership of arbitrary files via vectors related to the creation of backup files.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 01:14 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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GNU nano before 2.2.4 had a race condition affecting a narrow but important workflow: root editing a file not owned by root. A local attacker could potentially influence backup-file handling so ownership of another file changes. This is not described as remotely exploitable or actively exploited in the supplied sources. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix/Linux systems with GNU nano earlier than 2.2.4, especially where administrators use nano as root to edit files owned by other users. Treat as a legacy local privilege-risk cleanup item, not an internet-facing emergency. Prioritize systems with shared shell access, older distributions, or operational habits involving root editing of user-owned files. Mitigation focus: Upgrade GNU nano to 2.2.4 or later where available.; Check operating system vendor advisories for backported nano fixes.; Restrict root use of nano on files owned by untrusted local users..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 02:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 16, 2010, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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