CVE-2013-1813

CVE-2013-1813 is a high-severity vulnerability in Redhat Enterprise Linux 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-264.

Key facts

Description

util-linux/mdev.c in BusyBox before 1.21.0 uses 0777 permissions for parent directories when creating nested directories under /dev/, which allows local users to have unknown impact and attack vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-1813?
util-linux/mdev.c in BusyBox before 1.21.0 uses 0777 permissions for parent directories when creating nested directories under /dev/, which allows local users to have unknown impact and attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2013-1813?
CVE-2013-1813 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-1813 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-1813?
CVE-2013-1813 primarily affects Redhat Enterprise Linux. In total, 101 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1813?
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-2013-1813 published?
CVE-2013-1813 was published on 2013-11-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (101)

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