CVE-2011-1677

CVE-2011-1677 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Util-linux with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

mount in util-linux 2.19 and earlier does not remove the /etc/mtab~ lock file after a failed attempt to add a mount entry, which has unspecified impact and local attack vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-1677?
mount in util-linux 2.19 and earlier does not remove the /etc/mtab~ lock file after a failed attempt to add a mount entry, which has unspecified impact and local attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2011-1677?
CVE-2011-1677 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2011-1677 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-1677?
CVE-2011-1677 primarily affects Linux Util-linux. In total, 17 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1677?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2011-1677 published?
CVE-2011-1677 was published on 2011-04-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (17)

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