CVE-2011-2176

CVE-2011-2176 is a low-severity vulnerability in Gnome Networkmanager 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-287.

Key facts

Description

GNOME NetworkManager before 0.8.6 does not properly enforce the auth_admin element in PolicyKit, which allows local users to bypass intended wireless network sharing restrictions via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-2176?
GNOME NetworkManager before 0.8.6 does not properly enforce the auth_admin element in PolicyKit, which allows local users to bypass intended wireless network sharing restrictions via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2011-2176?
CVE-2011-2176 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2011-2176 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-2176?
CVE-2011-2176 primarily affects Gnome Networkmanager. In total, 16 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2176?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2011-2176 published?
CVE-2011-2176 was published on 2011-09-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (16)

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