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CVE-2004-0977

The make_oidjoins_check script in PostgreSQL 7.4.5 and earlier allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack on temporary files.

Severity
Low 2.1
Published
9 Feb 2005
Last changed
16 Jun 2026
Added to UpHeron
16 Oct 2026
Fixed in
7.3.8, 7.4.6
Exploit chance
0.5% in the next 30 daysHigher than 39% of CVEs. EPSS by FIRST, 12 Nov 2026
Attack
Needs local access · No login needed
Attacker can
Change some data
CVSS vector
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Sources
NVD

Affected software

SoftwareAffected versions
PostgreSQLServers and applications · cpe:a:postgresql:postgresql
  • From 7.3.0 before 7.3.8
  • From 7.4.0 before 7.4.6

References

  • NVD https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2004-0977
  • CVE.org https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2004-0977