CVE-2013-4392
MEDIUMCVSS 5/10EPSS 0.47%
Last modified
CVE-2013-4392 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5/10 on the CVSS scale. systemd, when updating file permissions, allows local users to change the permissions and SELinux security contexts for arbitrary files via a symlink attack on unspecified files.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
systemd, when updating file permissions, allows local users to change the permissions and SELinux security contexts for arbitrary files via a symlink attack on unspecified files.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Systemd Project | Systemd | < 239 |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=725357Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/10/01/9Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=859060Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=725357Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/10/01/9Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=859060Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-4392?
systemd, when updating file permissions, allows local users to change the permissions and SELinux security contexts for arbitrary files via a symlink attack on unspecified files.
How severe is CVE-2013-4392?
CVE-2013-4392 has a CVSS score of 5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4392?
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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