CVE-2012-2653
UnknownEPSS 3.20%
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CVE-2012-2653 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. arpwatch 2.1a15, as used by Red Hat, Debian, Fedora, and possibly others, does not properly drop supplementary groups, which might allow attackers to gain root privileges by leveraging other vulnerabilities in the daemon.. EPSS estimates a 3.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
arpwatch 2.1a15, as used by Red Hat, Debian, Fedora, and possibly others, does not properly drop supplementary groups, which might allow attackers to gain root privileges by leveraging other vulnerabilities in the daemon.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory | Arpwatch | 2.1a15 |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-2653?
arpwatch 2.1a15, as used by Red Hat, Debian, Fedora, and possibly others, does not properly drop supplementary groups, which might allow attackers to gain root privileges by leveraging other vulnerabilities in the daemon.
How severe is CVE-2012-2653?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-2653 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2653?
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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