Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2012-6655 describes a local information exposure flaw in AccountService 0.6.37. A local user could obtain encrypted password values. That does not equal immediate remote compromise, but it may expose password hashes that attackers could attempt to crack offline. Exposure is most likely on systems running AccountService 0.6.37 where untrusted or low-privileged local users have accounts. The bundle does not prove exposure for other versions or products. Treat as a targeted local-risk issue. Prioritize multi-user servers, shared workstations, and systems with sensitive credentials. It is not documented here as remotely exploitable or actively exploited. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for AccountService 0.6.37.; Check vendor trackers for fixed packages or official guidance.; Apply vendor-provided updates where your distribution lists this CVE..
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Source materials
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- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2012-6655CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2012-6655CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2012-6655CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/95325CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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