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CVE-2013-4285: A certain Gentoo patch for the PAM S/Key module does not properly clear credentials from memory, which allo...

A certain Gentoo patch for the PAM S/Key module does not properly clear credentials from memory, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading system memory.

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This vulnerability concerns a Gentoo-specific patch for the PAM S/Key authentication module. Credentials were not properly cleared from memory, so a local user could potentially recover sensitive authentication material from system memory. The source bundle does not provide affected versions, scoring, or confirmed exploitation. Exposure appears limited to Gentoo systems using the affected Gentoo patch for the PAM S/Key module. The provided data does not identify exact package names, versions, or configurations, so inventory must be tied to Gentoo GLSA-201402-12 and local authentication configuration. Treat this as a targeted legacy exposure check rather than an emergency. Prioritize if Gentoo systems with local multi-user access are present. Without affected-version details or exploitation evidence in the bundle, urgency depends on inventory confirmation. Mitigation focus: Review Gentoo GLSA-201402-12 for vendor-approved remediation.; Inventory Gentoo hosts using the PAM S/Key module.; Apply Gentoo-recommended package updates if systems match the advisory..

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