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CVE-2013-4331

UnknownEPSS 0.37%

Last modified

CVE-2013-4331 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Light Display Manager (aka LightDM) 1.4.x before 1.4.3, 1.6.x before 1.6.2, and 1.7.x before 1.7.14 uses 0664 permissions for the temporary .Xauthority file, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading the file.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Light Display Manager (aka LightDM) 1.4.x before 1.4.3, 1.6.x before 1.6.2, and 1.7.x before 1.7.14 uses 0664 permissions for the temporary .Xauthority file, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading the file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.37%

28.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Robert AncellLightdm1.4.0
Robert AncellLightdm1.4.1
Robert AncellLightdm1.4.2
Robert AncellLightdm1.6.0
Robert AncellLightdm1.6.1
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.0
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.1
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.2
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.3
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.4
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.5
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.6
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.7
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.8
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.9
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.10
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.11
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.12
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.13

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-4331?
Light Display Manager (aka LightDM) 1.4.x before 1.4.3, 1.6.x before 1.6.2, and 1.7.x before 1.7.14 uses 0664 permissions for the temporary .Xauthority file, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading the file.
How severe is CVE-2013-4331?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-4331 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4331?
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.

Are you affected by CVE-2013-4331?

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Source: NVD / NIST