CVE-2006-1376

CVE-2006-1376 is a low-severity vulnerability in Debian Debian Linux with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The installation of Debian GNU/Linux 3.1r1 from the network install CD creates /var/log/debian-installer/cdebconf with world writable permissions, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (disk consumption).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-1376?
The installation of Debian GNU/Linux 3.1r1 from the network install CD creates /var/log/debian-installer/cdebconf with world writable permissions, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (disk consumption).
How severe is CVE-2006-1376?
CVE-2006-1376 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2006-1376 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-1376?
CVE-2006-1376 affects Debian Debian Linux. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1376?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-1376 published?
CVE-2006-1376 was published on 2006-03-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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