#VU77772 Incorrect default permissions in NetBSD

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#VU77772 Incorrect default permissions in NetBSD

Published: June 28, 2023


Vulnerability identifier: #VU77772
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: N/A
CWE-ID: CWE-276
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
NetBSD
Software vendor:
NetBSD Foundation, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to /proc/N/environ is world-readable. A local user can read files in the folder and gain access to sensitive information.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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