Vulnerability Description
pam-xdg-support, as used in Ubuntu 12.10, does not properly handle the PATH environment variable, which allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors related to sudo.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 12.10 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/58550
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1766-1Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/82918
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/58550
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1766-1Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/82918
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-1052?
CVE-2013-1052 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). pam-xdg-support, as used in Ubuntu 12.10, does not properly handle the PATH environment variable, which allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors related to sudo.
How severe is CVE-2013-1052?
CVE-2013-1052 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-1052?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Canonical Ubuntu Linux.