CVE-2000-0578 Race condition in n/a
Local attackers can exploit predictable temporary file names in SGI MIPSPro compilers to inject malicious code during compilation.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2000-0578?
CVE-2000-0578 is a low-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 19 Jul 2000. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SGI MIPSPro compilers C, C++, F77 and F90 generate temporary files in /tmp with predictable file names, which could allow local users to insert malicious contents into these files as they are being compiled by another user.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2000-0578?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Sgi Mipspro Compilers.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0578?
No fix has been published for CVE-2000-0578 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2000-0578 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2000-0578 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-9hpg-q52c-898c.