Vulnerability Description
rpc-gssd in nfs-utils before 1.2.8 performs reverse DNS resolution for server names during GSSAPI authentication, which might allow remote attackers to read otherwise-restricted files via DNS spoofing attacks.
CVSS Score
3.2
LOW
AV:A/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux-Nfs | Nfs-Utils | <= 1.2.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-06/msg00142.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-06/msg00146.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-06/msg00172.html
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-nfs&m=136491998607561&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-nfs&m=136500502805121&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/58854
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=948072
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/85331
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-06/msg00142.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-06/msg00146.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-06/msg00172.html
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-nfs&m=136491998607561&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-nfs&m=136500502805121&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/58854
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=948072
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-1923?
CVE-2013-1923 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.2 (LOW). rpc-gssd in nfs-utils before 1.2.8 performs reverse DNS resolution for server names during GSSAPI authentication, which might allow remote attackers to read otherwise-restricted files via DNS spoofing...
How severe is CVE-2013-1923?
CVE-2013-1923 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-1923?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux-Nfs Nfs-Utils.