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Family: Mandrake Local Security Checks --> Category: infos
MDKSA-2005:122: kdelibs Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary Check for the version of the kdelibs package
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
The remote host is missing the patch for the advisory MDKSA-2005:122 (kdelibs).
The Kate and Kwrite programs create a file backup before saving a modified
file. These backup files are created with default system permissions, even if
the original file had more strict permissions set.
The updated packages have been patched to address this issue.
Solution : http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:122
Threat Level: High
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