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CVE-2013-6409

Debian adequate before 0.8.1, when run by root with the --user option, allows lo...

Medium CVSS 6.2

Overview

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.

CWE: CWE-264 Published: 2013-12-07T20:55:02.727
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟡 MEDIUM.

  • CVSS: 6.2 (MEDIUM)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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