CVE-2013-6890
UnknownEPSS 8.90%
Last modified
CVE-2013-6890 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. denyhosts 2.6 uses an incorrect regular expression when analyzing authentication logs, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (incorrect block of IP addresses) via crafted login names.. EPSS estimates a 8.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
denyhosts 2.6 uses an incorrect regular expression when analyzing authentication logs, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (incorrect block of IP addresses) via crafted login names.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | 6.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 7.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 7.1 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | All versions |
| Phil Schwartz | Denyhosts | 2.6 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/56239Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/56239Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-6890?
denyhosts 2.6 uses an incorrect regular expression when analyzing authentication logs, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (incorrect block of IP addresses) via crafted login names.
How severe is CVE-2013-6890?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-6890 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6890?
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-2013-6890?
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