Vulnerability Description
RealVNC VNC 5.0.6 on Mac OS X, Linux, and UNIX allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted argument to the (1) vncserver, (2) vncserver-x11, or (3) Xvnc helper.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Realvnc | Realvnc | 5.0.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | All versions |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.realvnc.com/products/vnc/documentation/5.0/release-notes/
- http://www.realvnc.com/products/vnc/documentation/5.0/release-notes/
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-6886?
CVE-2013-6886 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). RealVNC VNC 5.0.6 on Mac OS X, Linux, and UNIX allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted argument to the (1) vncserver, (2) vncserver-x11, or (3) Xvnc helper.
How severe is CVE-2013-6886?
CVE-2013-6886 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-2013-6886?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Realvnc Realvnc, Apple Mac Os X, Linux Linux Kernel.