HIGH
CVE-2008-4553
CWE-59Published: October 15, 2008· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
7.2
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
qemu-make-debian-root in qemu 0.9.1-5 on Debian GNU/Linux allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files and directories.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2008-4553 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityC
IntegrityC
AvailabilityC
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2008-4553
CVSS Score7.2 / 10
SeverityHIGH
WeaknessCWE-59
CISA KEVNo
Affected2 vendor(s)
PublishedOct 15, 2008
Related CVEs (CWE-59)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2008-4553 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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