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CVE-2012-4417: GlusterFS 3.3.0, as used in Red Hat Storage server 2.0, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via...

GlusterFS 3.3.0, as used in Red Hat Storage server 2.0, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files with predictable names.

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This older GlusterFS issue lets a local user potentially overwrite files by abusing predictable temporary file handling. It matters most on legacy Red Hat Storage 2.0 systems using GlusterFS 3.3.0. The source bundle does not provide CVSS scoring or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure appears limited to systems running GlusterFS 3.3.0 in Red Hat Storage server 2.0 or closely related legacy deployments. The vulnerability requires local user access, so shared administrative, shell, or multi-user storage hosts deserve priority review. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item with moderate urgency. Prioritize if affected storage servers still allow local user access, host sensitive data, or run unsupported software. Mitigation focus: Identify any Red Hat Storage 2.0 or GlusterFS 3.3.0 systems.; Apply updates or guidance referenced by RHSA-2012:1456 where applicable.; Restrict local shell access on affected storage servers..

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