CVE-2013-7041

CVE-2013-7041 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Cristian Gafton Pam Userdb with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3. 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-310.

Key facts

Description

The pam_userdb module for Pam uses a case-insensitive method to compare hashed passwords, which makes it easier for attackers to guess the password via a brute force attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-7041?
The pam_userdb module for Pam uses a case-insensitive method to compare hashed passwords, which makes it easier for attackers to guess the password via a brute force attack.
How severe is CVE-2013-7041?
CVE-2013-7041 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-7041 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-7041?
CVE-2013-7041 affects Cristian Gafton Pam Userdb. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-7041?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-7041 published?
CVE-2013-7041 was published on 2014-05-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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