Vulnerability Description
PuTTY 0.59 through 0.61 does not clear sensitive process memory when managing user replies that occur during keyboard-interactive authentication, which might allow local users to read login passwords by obtaining access to the process' memory.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Putty | Putty | 0.59 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2011/q4/499
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2011/q4/500
- http://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/wishlist/password-not-wiped.htVendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2011/q4/499
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2011/q4/500
- http://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/wishlist/password-not-wiped.htVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-4607?
CVE-2011-4607 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). PuTTY 0.59 through 0.61 does not clear sensitive process memory when managing user replies that occur during keyboard-interactive authentication, which might allow local users to read login passwords ...
How severe is CVE-2011-4607?
CVE-2011-4607 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-4607?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Putty Putty.