CVE-2013-1775

CVE-2013-1775 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Todd Miller Sudo with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.9. 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

sudo 1.6.0 through 1.7.10p6 and sudo 1.8.0 through 1.8.6p6 allows local users or physically proximate attackers to bypass intended time restrictions and retain privileges without re-authenticating by setting the system clock and sudo user timestamp to the epoch.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-1775?
sudo 1.6.0 through 1.7.10p6 and sudo 1.8.0 through 1.8.6p6 allows local users or physically proximate attackers to bypass intended time restrictions and retain privileges without re-authenticating by setting the system clock and sudo user timestamp to the epoch.
How severe is CVE-2013-1775?
CVE-2013-1775 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.9, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-1775 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-1775?
CVE-2013-1775 primarily affects Todd Miller Sudo. In total, 80 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1775?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-1775 published?
CVE-2013-1775 was published on 2013-03-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (80)

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