CVE-2013-0292

CVE-2013-0292 is a high-severity vulnerability in Freedesktop Dbus-glib with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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-20.

Key facts

Description

The dbus_g_proxy_manager_filter function in dbus-gproxy in Dbus-glib before 0.100.1 does not properly verify the sender of NameOwnerChanged signals, which allows local users to gain privileges via a spoofed signal.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-0292?
The dbus_g_proxy_manager_filter function in dbus-gproxy in Dbus-glib before 0.100.1 does not properly verify the sender of NameOwnerChanged signals, which allows local users to gain privileges via a spoofed signal.
How severe is CVE-2013-0292?
CVE-2013-0292 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-0292 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (61st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-0292?
CVE-2013-0292 primarily affects Freedesktop Dbus-glib. In total, 16 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0292?
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-2013-0292 published?
CVE-2013-0292 was published on 2013-03-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (16)

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