CVE-2013-4135
First published: Tue Nov 05 2013(Updated: )
The vos command in OpenAFS 1.6.x before 1.6.5, when using the -encrypt option, only enables integrity protection and sends data in cleartext, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| npm | =1.6.0 | |
| npm | =1.6.1 | |
| npm | =1.6.2 | |
| npm | =1.6.2.1 | |
| npm | =1.6.3 | |
| npm | =1.6.4 | |
| Debian | =7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4135?
CVE-2013-4135 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to the risk of sensitive information being exposed.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4135?
To mitigate CVE-2013-4135, upgrade OpenAFS to version 1.6.5 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.
What systems are affected by CVE-2013-4135?
CVE-2013-4135 affects OpenAFS versions 1.6.0 through 1.6.4 as well as Debian Linux 7.0 using these OpenAFS versions.
What type of attack does CVE-2013-4135 allow?
CVE-2013-4135 allows remote attackers to sniff network traffic and obtain sensitive information due to the use of cleartext data transmission.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-4135?
There is no recommended workaround for CVE-2013-4135; the best course of action is to upgrade to a secure version of OpenAFS.
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