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CVE-2006-6683

UnknownEPSS 1.32%

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CVE-2006-6683 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Pedro Lineu Orso chetcpasswd 2.4.1 and earlier verifies and updates user accounts via custom code that processes /etc/shadow and does not follow the PAM configuration, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended restrictions implemented through PAM.. EPSS estimates a 1.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Pedro Lineu Orso chetcpasswd 2.4.1 and earlier verifies and updates user accounts via custom code that processes /etc/shadow and does not follow the PAM configuration, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended restrictions implemented through PAM.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.32%

67.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Pedro Lineu OrsoChetcpasswd<= 2.4.1
Pedro Lineu OrsoChetcpasswd1.12
Pedro Lineu OrsoChetcpasswd2.1
Pedro Lineu OrsoChetcpasswd2.2.1
Pedro Lineu OrsoChetcpasswd2.3.1
Pedro Lineu OrsoChetcpasswd2.3.3

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-6683?
Pedro Lineu Orso chetcpasswd 2.4.1 and earlier verifies and updates user accounts via custom code that processes /etc/shadow and does not follow the PAM configuration, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended restrictions implemented through PAM.
How severe is CVE-2006-6683?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-6683 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6683?
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