CVE-2010-1160

CVE-2010-1160 is a low-severity vulnerability in Gnu Nano with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-59.

Key facts

Description

GNU nano before 2.2.4 does not verify whether a file has been changed before it is overwritten in a file-save operation, which allows local user-assisted attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on an attacker-owned file that is being edited by the victim.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-1160?
GNU nano before 2.2.4 does not verify whether a file has been changed before it is overwritten in a file-save operation, which allows local user-assisted attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on an attacker-owned file that is being edited by the victim.
How severe is CVE-2010-1160?
CVE-2010-1160 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2010-1160 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-1160?
CVE-2010-1160 primarily affects Gnu Nano. In total, 141 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1160?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2010-1160 published?
CVE-2010-1160 was published on 2010-04-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (141)

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