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CVE-2013-4459

UnknownEPSS 0.44%

Last modified

CVE-2013-4459 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. LightDM 1.7.5 through 1.8.3 and 1.9.x before 1.9.2 does not apply the AppArmor profile to the Guest account, which allows local users to bypass intended restrictions by leveraging the Guest account.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

LightDM 1.7.5 through 1.8.3 and 1.9.x before 1.9.2 does not apply the AppArmor profile to the Guest account, which allows local users to bypass intended restrictions by leveraging the Guest account.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.44%

34.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
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
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.14
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.15
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.16
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.17
Robert AncellLightdm1.7.18
Robert AncellLightdm1.8.0
Robert AncellLightdm1.8.1
Robert AncellLightdm1.8.2
Robert AncellLightdm1.8.3
Robert AncellLightdm1.9.0
Robert AncellLightdm1.9.1
CanonicalUbuntu Linux13.10

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-4459?
LightDM 1.7.5 through 1.8.3 and 1.9.x before 1.9.2 does not apply the AppArmor profile to the Guest account, which allows local users to bypass intended restrictions by leveraging the Guest account.
How severe is CVE-2013-4459?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-4459 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4459?
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-2013-4459?

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Source: NVD / NIST