CVE-2013-6409
UnknownEPSS 0.31%
Last modified
CVE-2013-6409 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Debian adequate before 0.8.1, when run by root with the --user option, allows local users to hijack the tty and possibly gain privileges via the TIOCSTI ioctl.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Debian adequate before 0.8.1, when run by root with the --user option, allows local users to hijack the tty and possibly gain privileges via the TIOCSTI ioctl.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Adequate | <= 0.8 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.1 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.1.1 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.2 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.2.1 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.3.1 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.4 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.4.1 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.4.2 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.4.3 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.4.4 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.5 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.5.1 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.5.2 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.5.3 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.6 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.7 |
| Debian | Adequate | 0.7.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-6409?
Debian adequate before 0.8.1, when run by root with the --user option, allows local users to hijack the tty and possibly gain privileges via the TIOCSTI ioctl.
How severe is CVE-2013-6409?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-6409 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6409?
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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