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CVE-2011-4607

UnknownEPSS 0.41%

Last modified

CVE-2011-4607 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. PuTTY 0.59 through 0.61 does not clear sensitive process memory when managing user replies that occur during keyboard-interactive authentication, which might allow local users to read login passwords by obtaining access to the process' memory.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

PuTTY 0.59 through 0.61 does not clear sensitive process memory when managing user replies that occur during keyboard-interactive authentication, which might allow local users to read login passwords by obtaining access to the process' memory.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.41%

32.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
PuttyPutty0.59
PuttyPutty0.60
PuttyPutty0.61

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-4607?
PuTTY 0.59 through 0.61 does not clear sensitive process memory when managing user replies that occur during keyboard-interactive authentication, which might allow local users to read login passwords by obtaining access to the process' memory.
How severe is CVE-2011-4607?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-4607 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4607?
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