What is the CVSS score of CVE-2016-4484?

CVE-2016-4484 has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 6.8 (Medium). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. EPSS exploitation probability: 0.5%.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2016-4484?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2016-4484. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 0.5%.

Is there a patch available for CVE-2016-4484?

Yes, a patch is available for CVE-2016-4484. Update the affected software to the latest version immediately.

Cryptsetup CVE-2016-4484

MEDIUM

Improper Authentication (CWE-287)

2017-01-23 cve@mitre.org

Debian Authentication Bypass Cryptsetup

6.8

CVSS 3.0 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

6.8 MEDIUM

AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.0/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

Physical

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

None

User Interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

High

Availability

High

Lifecycle Timeline

CVE Published

Jan 23, 2017 - 21:59 cve.org

MEDIUM 6.8

DescriptionCVE.org

The Debian initrd script for the cryptsetup package 2:1.7.3-2 and earlier allows physically proximate attackers to gain shell access via many log in attempts with an invalid password.

AnalysisAI

The Debian initrd script for the cryptsetup package 2:1.7.3-2 and earlier allows physically proximate attackers to gain shell access via many log in attempts with an invalid password. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.8), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available.

Technical ContextAI

This vulnerability is classified as Improper Authentication (CWE-287), which allows attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms to gain unauthorized access. The Debian initrd script for the cryptsetup package 2:1.7.3-2 and earlier allows physically proximate attackers to gain shell access via many log in attempts with an invalid password. Affected products include: Cryptsetup Project Cryptsetup.

RemediationAI

A vendor patch is available. Apply the latest security update as soon as possible. Implement multi-factor authentication, enforce strong password policies, use proven authentication frameworks.