CVE-2013-1766

CVE-2013-1766 is a low-severity vulnerability in Redhat Libvirt with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.6. 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-264.

Key facts

Description

libvirt 1.0.2 and earlier sets the group owner to kvm for device files, which allows local users to write to these files via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-1766?
libvirt 1.0.2 and earlier sets the group owner to kvm for device files, which allows local users to write to these files via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2013-1766?
CVE-2013-1766 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.6, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2013-1766 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-2013-1766?
CVE-2013-1766 primarily affects Redhat Libvirt. In total, 72 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1766?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-1766 published?
CVE-2013-1766 was published on 2013-03-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (72)

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