The e_hostname function in commands.c in BitchX 1.1a allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files when using the (1) HOSTNAME or (2) IRCHOST command.
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Published : 2007-11-06 19:46
Updated : 2025-04-09 00:30
NVD link : CVE-2007-5839
Mitre link : CVE-2007-5839
CVE.ORG link : CVE-2007-5839
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Products Affected
bitchx
- bitchx
CWE
CWE-59
Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')