Description
xinetd does not enforce the user and group configuration directives for TCPMUX services, which causes these services to be run as root and makes it easier for remote attackers to gain privileges by leveraging another vulnerability in a service.
Metrics
CVSS 2.0 7.6/10
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:CWeakness enumeration
Affected software
No affected versions have been published.
Timeline
- Published
- Oct 10, 2013
- Last modified
- Jun 16, 2026
- NVD status
- Modified