CVE-2013-7128
First published: Tue Dec 17 2013(Updated: )
Valve Bug Reporter in the valve-bugreporter package 2.10+bsos1 in Valve SteamOS Beta stores cleartext credentials in a .valve-bugreporter.cfg file upon a Remember Credentials action, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading this file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Valve Software SteamOS | =beta |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-7128?
CVE-2013-7128 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the exposure of cleartext credentials.
How do I fix CVE-2013-7128?
To mitigate CVE-2013-7128, users should avoid using the Remember Credentials feature and ensure that sensitive files are properly secured.
What software is affected by CVE-2013-7128?
CVE-2013-7128 affects the valve-bugreporter package version 2.10+bsos1 in Valve SteamOS Beta.
Can local users exploit CVE-2013-7128?
Yes, local users can exploit CVE-2013-7128 by accessing the .valve-bugreporter.cfg file to obtain sensitive information.
What kind of information is exposed by CVE-2013-7128?
CVE-2013-7128 exposes cleartext credentials stored in the .valve-bugreporter.cfg file, which can lead to unauthorized access.
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- agent/description
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- agent/event
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- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- vendor/valvesoftware
- canonical/valve software steamos
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