7.8
CWE
200
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2011-3177: Infoleak

First published: Fri Sep 08 2017(Updated: )

The YaST2 network created files with world readable permissions which could have allowed local users to read sensitive material out of network configuration files, like passwords for wireless networks.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SUSE YaST2 Packager

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2011-3177?

    The severity of CVE-2011-3177 is considered to be moderate due to the exposure of sensitive information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2011-3177?

    To fix CVE-2011-3177, ensure that YaST2 is updated to a version that restricts file permissions to prevent world readability.

  • What types of files are affected by CVE-2011-3177?

    CVE-2011-3177 affects network configuration files created by YaST2, which may contain sensitive information such as passwords.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2011-3177?

    Local users on systems with vulnerable versions of YaST2 are affected by CVE-2011-3177, as they can access sensitive configuration files.

  • Is there any known exploit for CVE-2011-3177?

    While there are no widely reported exploits specifically targeting CVE-2011-3177, the vulnerability allows access to sensitive information that could be exploited.

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