CVE-2013-4966

Name: CVE-2013-4966
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2014-03-09T13:16:56.413+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.08%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2013-4966 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The master external node classification script in Puppet Enterprise before 3.2.0 does not verify the identity of consoles, which allows remote attackers to create arbitrary classifications on the master by spoofing a console.. EPSS estimates a 1.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The master external node classification script in Puppet Enterprise before 3.2.0 does not verify the identity of consoles, which allows remote attackers to create arbitrary classifications on the master by spoofing a console.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.08%

60.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Puppet	Puppet Enterprise	<= 3.1.1
Puppet	Puppet Enterprise	3.0.0
Puppet	Puppet Enterprise	3.0.1
Puppet	Puppet Enterprise	3.1.0

References

http://puppetlabs.com/security/cve/cve-2013-4966Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029873
http://puppetlabs.com/security/cve/cve-2013-4966Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029873

Timeline

Published: Mar 9, 2014
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-4966?

How severe is CVE-2013-4966?

Severity scoring for CVE-2013-4966 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2013-4966?

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