CVE-2012-4066
First published: Fri Mar 08 2013(Updated: )
The internal message protocol for Walrus in Eucalyptus 3.2.0 and earlier does not require signatures for unspecified request headers, which allows attackers to (1) delete or (2) upload snapshots.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Eucalyptus | <=3.2.0 | |
| Eucalyptus | =1.0 | |
| Eucalyptus | =1.1 | |
| Eucalyptus | =1.2 | |
| Eucalyptus | =1.3 | |
| Eucalyptus | =1.4 | |
| Eucalyptus | =1.5.1 | |
| Eucalyptus | =1.5.2 | |
| Eucalyptus | =1.6 | |
| Eucalyptus | =1.6.2 | |
| Eucalyptus | =2.0 | |
| Eucalyptus | =2.0.0 | |
| Eucalyptus | =2.0.1 | |
| Eucalyptus | =2.0.2 | |
| Eucalyptus | =2.0.3 | |
| Eucalyptus | =3.0 | |
| Eucalyptus | =3.0.1 | |
| Eucalyptus | =3.1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4066?
CVE-2012-4066 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized data deletion and snapshot uploads.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4066?
To fix CVE-2012-4066, upgrade Eucalyptus to version 3.2.1 or later, which includes a patch to enforce request header signature requirements.
What versions of Eucalyptus are affected by CVE-2012-4066?
CVE-2012-4066 affects Eucalyptus versions 3.2.0 and earlier, as well as specific versions from 1.0 to 3.1.0.
What actions can be exploited due to CVE-2012-4066?
Exploitation of CVE-2012-4066 allows attackers to delete existing snapshots or upload unauthorized snapshots.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2012-4066 if upgrading is not possible?
Currently, the recommended solution for CVE-2012-4066 is to apply the available upgrades rather than a specific workaround.
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