CVE-2008-2367: Low severity ietf x.509 certificate vulnerability
It was discovered that Red Hat Certificate System use insecure default file permissions on configuration files (such as password.conf) that may contain authentication credentials or other sensitive information that should only be accessible to administrative and service users.
This problem allows any local user to read Red Hat Certificate System configuration files.
Other sources
Red Hat Certificate System 7.2 uses world-readable permissions for password.conf and unspecified other configuration files, which allows local users to discover passwords by reading these files.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-2367?
CVE-2008-2367 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to insecure default file permissions that may expose sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2367?
To fix CVE-2008-2367, modify the file permissions of configuration files, such as password.conf, to restrict access to only administrative and service users.
What software is affected by CVE-2008-2367?
CVE-2008-2367 affects Red Hat Certificate System version 7.2.
What type of information is at risk with CVE-2008-2367?
CVE-2008-2367 may expose authentication credentials and other sensitive information due to insecure file permissions.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2008-2367?
There are no public exploits specifically for CVE-2008-2367, but the vulnerability itself poses a significant security risk.