What is the severity of CVE-2013-6770?

The severity of CVE-2013-6770 is classified as high due to the potential for privilege escalation.

How do I fix CVE-2013-6770?

To fix CVE-2013-6770, it is recommended to update the Superuser package to a version that addresses this vulnerability.

What versions are affected by CVE-2013-6770?

CVE-2013-6770 affects the Koushik Dutta Superuser package version 1.0.2.1 on Android 4.3 and 4.4.

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2013-6770?

CVE-2013-6770 can be exploited through ADB shell access allowing attackers to gain elevated privileges.

Is CVE-2013-6770 a remote or local exploit?

CVE-2013-6770 is a local exploit, requiring access to the device via ADB for successful execution.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2013-6770

high

7.6

CWE

264

30/3/2014

12/4/2025

CVE-2013-6770

First published: Sun Mar 30 2014(Updated: )

The CyanogenMod/ClockWorkMod/Koush Superuser package 1.0.2.1 for Android 4.3 and 4.4 does not properly restrict the set of users who can execute /system/xbin/su with the --daemon option, which allows attackers to gain privileges by leveraging ADB shell access and a certain Linux UID, and then creating a Trojan horse script.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Superuser	=1.0.2.1
Android	=4.3
Android	=4.4
All of
Superuser	=1.0.2.1
Any of
Android	=4.3
Android	=4.4

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Reference Links

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/529795

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-6770?
The severity of CVE-2013-6770 is classified as high due to the potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6770?
To fix CVE-2013-6770, it is recommended to update the Superuser package to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
What versions are affected by CVE-2013-6770?
CVE-2013-6770 affects the Koushik Dutta Superuser package version 1.0.2.1 on Android 4.3 and 4.4.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2013-6770?
CVE-2013-6770 can be exploited through ADB shell access allowing attackers to gain elevated privileges.
Is CVE-2013-6770 a remote or local exploit?
CVE-2013-6770 is a local exploit, requiring access to the device via ADB for successful execution.

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