CVE-2012-5646: Input Validation

Published Dec 18, 2012
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Updated

Michael Scherer (mscherer) reports:

the file https://github.com/openshift/origin-server/blob/master/node-util/www/html/restorer.php used to restore application after being idle fails to safely handle user supplied data that is later used on the command line.

Other sources

node-util/www/html/restorer.php in the Red Hat OpenShift Origin before 1.0.5-3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted uuid in the PATHINFO.

MITRE

Affected Software

2 affected components
redhat Openshift=1.0
redhat OpenShift Origin<=1.0.5

Event History

Dec 18, 2012
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·07:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Feb 24, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-5646?

CVE-2012-5646 has been assigned a medium severity level, indicating it requires attention but is not critical.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-5646?

To fix CVE-2012-5646, update to Red Hat OpenShift 1.0.5 or a later version.

3

What are the affected software versions for CVE-2012-5646?

CVE-2012-5646 affects Red Hat OpenShift 1.0 and all versions of OpenShift Origin up to and including 1.0.5.

4

Is CVE-2012-5646 a remote code execution vulnerability?

No, CVE-2012-5646 is not classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.

5

When was CVE-2012-5646 reported?

CVE-2012-5646 was reported in 2012.

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