CVE-2011-3177

CVE-2011-3177 is a high-severity vulnerability in Yast Yast2 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-200.

Key facts

Description

The YaST2 network created files with world readable permissions which could have allowed local users to read sensitive material out of network configuration files, like passwords for wireless networks.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-3177?
The YaST2 network created files with world readable permissions which could have allowed local users to read sensitive material out of network configuration files, like passwords for wireless networks.
How severe is CVE-2011-3177?
CVE-2011-3177 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2011-3177 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (23rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-3177?
CVE-2011-3177 affects Yast Yast2. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3177?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2011-3177 published?
CVE-2011-3177 was published on 2017-09-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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