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CVE-2011-2176

UnknownEPSS 0.32%

Last modified

CVE-2011-2176 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. GNOME NetworkManager before 0.8.6 does not properly enforce the auth_admin element in PolicyKit, which allows local users to bypass intended wireless network sharing restrictions via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

GNOME NetworkManager before 0.8.6 does not properly enforce the auth_admin element in PolicyKit, which allows local users to bypass intended wireless network sharing restrictions via unspecified vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.32%

24.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GnomeNetworkmanager<= 0.8.4
GnomeNetworkmanager0.2.0
GnomeNetworkmanager0.3.0
GnomeNetworkmanager0.3.1
GnomeNetworkmanager0.4.1
GnomeNetworkmanager0.5.0
GnomeNetworkmanager0.5.1
GnomeNetworkmanager0.6.0
GnomeNetworkmanager0.6.1
GnomeNetworkmanager0.6.2
GnomeNetworkmanager0.6.6
GnomeNetworkmanager0.7.0
GnomeNetworkmanager0.7.1
GnomeNetworkmanager0.7.2
GnomeNetworkmanager0.8.1
GnomeNetworkmanager0.8.2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-2176?
GNOME NetworkManager before 0.8.6 does not properly enforce the auth_admin element in PolicyKit, which allows local users to bypass intended wireless network sharing restrictions via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2011-2176?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-2176 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2176?
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