Vulnerability Description
The default mode of pseudo terminals (PTYs) allocated by Screen was changed from 0620 to 0622, thereby allowing anyone to write to any Screen PTYs in the system.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2025-46803
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2025/05/12/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2025/05/13/6
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2025/05/12/1
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-46803?
CVE-2025-46803 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The default mode of pseudo terminals (PTYs) allocated by Screen was changed from 0620 to 0622, thereby allowing anyone to write to any Screen PTYs in the system.
How severe is CVE-2025-46803?
CVE-2025-46803 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-46803?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.