CVE-2013-4550: Bip before 0.8.9, when running as a daemon, writes SSL handshake errors to an unexpected file descriptor th...

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Bip versions before 0.8.9 could mishandle SSL handshake errors when running as a daemon. A remote failed SSL handshake could cause error output to be written to the wrong connection. The sources do not define the practical impact, severity score, or confirmed exploitation. Exposure is most likely where Bip before 0.8.9 is deployed as a daemon with SSL enabled and reachable by remote clients. The source bundle does not provide reliable product CPEs, deployment prevalence, or a CVSS score. Treat this as a targeted hygiene item rather than an emergency. Prioritize exposed Bip daemon deployments, especially internet-reachable SSL services. Urgency is constrained by missing severity data and no cited evidence of active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Bip to 0.8.9 or later where vendor packages are available.; Apply relevant Fedora or distribution security updates for Bip.; Check upstream Duckcorp and distribution advisories for exact fixed package versions..

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Jun 14, 2026, 15:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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