CVE-2007-3531

CVE-2007-3531 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Gentoo Nvclock with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The set_default_speeds function in backend/backend.c in NVidia NVClock before 0.8b2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/nvclock temporary file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-3531?
The set_default_speeds function in backend/backend.c in NVidia NVClock before 0.8b2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/nvclock temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2007-3531?
CVE-2007-3531 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2007-3531 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (20th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-3531?
CVE-2007-3531 affects Gentoo Nvclock. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3531?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2007-3531 published?
CVE-2007-3531 was published on 2007-07-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)