CVE-2012-2451: The Config::IniFiles module before 2.71 for Perl creates temporary files with predictable names, which allo...

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CVE-2012-2451 is a local file overwrite risk in the Perl Config::IniFiles module before 2.71. It used predictable temporary filenames, allowing a local user to abuse symlinks. Business urgency is highest on shared systems or privileged automation hosts, not typical internet-facing exposure. Exposure is likely limited to systems running Perl code or OS packages using Config::IniFiles before 2.71. Risk increases where untrusted local users can write near .ini files or where privileged processes handle those files. Treat as routine but real hardening work. Prioritize shared Unix hosts, CI systems, and privileged Perl automation before single-user desktops or isolated workloads. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Config::IniFiles to version 2.71 or later.; Apply fixed distribution packages from Ubuntu, Fedora, or your OS vendor.; Restrict write access to directories containing sensitive .ini files..

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Jun 24, 2026, 12:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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