CVE-2013-6435: Race condition in RPM 4.11.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RP...

Security readout for executives and security teams

RPM could handle a malicious package in the wrong order: extracting temporary contents before confirming the package signature. On vulnerable systems, a crafted RPM could run attacker-controlled code during installation, potentially with high privileges. The practical risk is highest where users or automation install RPM files from untrusted or weakly controlled sources. Exposure is most likely on Linux or appliance environments using vulnerable RPM package-management code, especially where RPM files are manually installed, downloaded by automation, or accepted from third parties. The provided data does not prove all distributions or downstream products remain affected. Prioritize remediation for servers, build systems, and admin workflows that install RPMs outside tightly controlled repositories. This is not presented as actively exploited in the provided sources, but arbitrary code execution during package installation can become a high-impact supply-chain issue. Mitigation focus: Apply vendor RPM security updates for affected operating systems or appliances.; Avoid installing RPM files from untrusted or unaudited sources.; Restrict package installation to trusted repositories and controlled update workflows..

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Jun 14, 2026, 05:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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