CVE-2018-6634

A vulnerability in Parsec Windows 142-0 and Parsec 'Linux Ubuntu 16.04 LTS Desktop' Build 142-1 allows unauthorized users to maintain access to an account

published May 7, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
73.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A simple oversight allows unauthorized users to cling to your account like a stubborn barnacle! Think of it like someone sneaking into a crowded party and just hanging out without ever being asked to leave — they shouldn’t be there, but they’ve found a way to blend in. This vulnerability in Parsec lets intruders keep their unwanted access without raising any alarms. If an unauthorized user can keep access to your account, they could mess around with your settings, steal your data, or even impersonate you in front of others. The consequences could be surprisingly sneaky and disruptive, leading to privacy breaches and potential loss of sensitive information!

Put simply

Think of it like someone sneaking into a crowded party and just hanging out without ever being asked to leave — they shouldn’t be there, but they’ve found a way to blend in. This vulnerability in Parsec lets intruders keep their unwanted access without raising any alarms. This vulnerability in Parsec Windows and Linux versions allows unauthorized users to retain account access due to a lack of proper session management and account termination mechanisms.

What to do

If an unauthorized user can keep access to your account, they could mess around with your settings, steal your data, or even impersonate you in front of others. The consequences could be surprisingly sneaky and disruptive, leading to privacy breaches and potential loss of sensitive information! To mitigate this issue, ensure that you update to the latest version of Parsec that addresses this vulnerability. Audit your accounts regularly to revoke unnecessary access, and consider implementing stricter session management controls to prevent unauthorized access. You've got this! Stay proactive, follow these steps, and you'll keep your accounts secure in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01460 · 73.4th percentile
Published
2019-05-07T19:28Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 MAY 19:28Z
    A vulnerability in Parsec Windows 142-0 and Parsec 'Linux Ubuntu 16.04 LTS Desktop' Build 142-1 allows unauthorized users to maintain access to an account
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