Openswan · Openswan · CVE-2008-4190
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Openswan versions 2.4.12 and earlier
Openswan versions 2.6.x through 2.6.16
**Description**
The issue allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack on temporary files, potentially leading to disruption of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected information. The exploitation can be carried out locally.
**Recommendations**
For Openswan versions 2.4.12 and earlier, consider disabling the IPSEC livetest tool until a patch is available.
For Openswan versions 2.6.x through 2.6.16, consider disabling the IPSEC livetest tool until a patch is available.
As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the temporary files `ipseclive.conn` and `ipsec.olts.remote.log` to minimize the risk of exploitation.