# CVE-2022-24986: kcron: KDE KCron through 21.12.2 uses a temporary file in /tmp when saving, but reuses the filename during an editing session

CVE-2022-24986 is fixed in kcron on 1 platform, first by DEBIAN-CVE-2022-24986, released February 26, 2022. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2022-24986
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 7.8 (high)
- EPSS: 0.0025
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Feb 26, 2022

## Description

KDE KCron through 21.12.2 uses a temporary file in /tmp when saving, but reuses the filename during an editing session. Thus, someone watching it be created the first time could potentially intercept the file the following time, enabling that person to run unauthorized commands.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | kcron Debian 12.15 (bookworm) | 4:21.12.3-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2022-24986](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2022-24986.md) | Feb 26, 2022 |
| Linux | kcron Debian 13.5 (trixie) | 4:21.12.3-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2022-24986](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2022-24986.md) | Feb 26, 2022 |
| Linux | kcron Debian 14 | 4:21.12.3-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2022-24986](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2022-24986.md) | Feb 26, 2022 |

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