MGASA-2021-0304

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CVE-2020-13776
Published: 30 Jun 2021, 23:58
Last modified:16 Apr 2026, 04:25

Vulnerability Summary

Overall Risk (default)
minimal
0/100
CVSS Score
No data
EPSS Score
No data
KEV
Not listed
Ransomware
No reports
Public exploits
None found
Dark Web
Not detected

Timeline

30 Jun 2021, 23:58
Published
Vulnerability first disclosed
16 Apr 2026, 04:25
Last Modified
Vulnerability information updated

Description

Updated systemd packages fix a security vulnerability A flaw was found in systemd, where it mishandles numerical usernames beginning with decimal digits, or "0x" followed by hexadecimal digits. When the usernames are used by systemd, for example in service units, an unexpected user may be used instead. In some particular configurations, this flaw allows local attackers to elevate their privileges (CVE-2020-13776).

Affected Systems

  • mageia•systemd

    < 241-8.6.mga7

References (3)