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CVE-2006-0126

UnknownEPSS 0.38%

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CVE-2006-0126 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. rxvt-unicode before 6.3, on certain platforms that use openpty and non-Unix pty devices such as Linux and most BSD platforms, does not maintain the intended permissions of tty devices, which allows local users to gain read and write access to the devices.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

rxvt-unicode before 6.3, on certain platforms that use openpty and non-Unix pty devices such as Linux and most BSD platforms, does not maintain the intended permissions of tty devices, which allows local users to gain read and write access to the devices.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.38%

30.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Rxvt-UnicodeRxvt-Unicode<= 6.2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-0126?
rxvt-unicode before 6.3, on certain platforms that use openpty and non-Unix pty devices such as Linux and most BSD platforms, does not maintain the intended permissions of tty devices, which allows local users to gain read and write access to the devices.
How severe is CVE-2006-0126?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-0126 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0126?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST