Debian Linux 4.0 smtp-refuser symlink

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in Debian Linux 4.0. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the component smtp-refuser. The manipulation results in symlink. This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-1999-0732. There is no exploit available. Upgrading the affected component is advised.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability was found in Debian Linux 4.0 (Operating System). It has been classified as problematic. Affected is an unknown function of the component smtp-refuser. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a symlink vulnerability. CWE is classifying the issue as CWE-61. The product, when opening a file or directory, does not sufficiently account for when the file is a symbolic link that resolves to a target outside of the intended control sphere. This could allow an attacker to cause the product to operate on unauthorized files. This is going to have an impact on integrity. CVE summarizes:

The logging facility of the Debian smtp-refuser package allows local users to delete arbitrary files using symbolic links.

The weakness was shared 08/19/1999. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-1999-0732. The exploitability is told to be easy. The attack needs to be approached locally. The exploitation doesn't require any form of authentication. There are neither technical details nor an exploit publicly available.

Upgrading eliminates this vulnerability.

The entries VDB-14788 and VDB-14786 are related to this item. VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

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Class: Symlink
CWE: CWE-61 / CWE-59
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Physical: Partially
Local: Yes
Remote: No

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Recommended: Upgrade
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Timelineinfo

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04/19/2026 +4320 days 🔍

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: debian.org

Status: Confirmed

CVE: CVE-1999-0732 (🔍)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-1999-0732
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-14784
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Entryinfo

Created: 06/21/2014 19:28
Updated: 04/19/2026 10:50
Changes: 06/21/2014 19:28 (40), 05/21/2018 10:09 (6), 04/19/2026 10:50 (19)
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