CVE-2013-0218: Infoleak
First published: Wed Jan 23 2013(Updated: )
The GUI installer in JBoss Enterprise Application Platform (EAP) and Enterprise Web Platform (EWP) 5.2.0 and possibly 5.1.2 uses world-readable permissions for the auto-install XML file, which allows local users to obtain the administrator password and the sucker password by reading this file.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| JBoss Enterprise Application Platform | =5.1.2 | |
| JBoss Enterprise Application Platform | =5.2.0 | |
| Red Hat JBoss Enterprise Web Platform | =5.1.2 | |
| Red Hat JBoss Enterprise Web Platform | =5.2.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-0207.html
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-0206.html
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-0833.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=903073
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-0206.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-0207.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-0833.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/52041
- http://www.osvdb.org/89698
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/57652
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/81725
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-0218?
CVE-2013-0218 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0218?
To fix CVE-2013-0218, you should restrict the permissions of the auto-install XML file to prevent unauthorized access.
Which versions of JBoss are affected by CVE-2013-0218?
CVE-2013-0218 affects JBoss Enterprise Application Platform versions 5.1.2 and 5.2.0, as well as JBoss Enterprise Web Platform versions 5.1.2 and 5.2.0.
What attack vector does CVE-2013-0218 exploit?
CVE-2013-0218 can be exploited by local users who gain access to the world-readable auto-install XML file.
What sensitive information is exposed in CVE-2013-0218?
CVE-2013-0218 exposes the administrator password and sucker password contained in the auto-install XML file.
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- version/red hat jboss enterprise web platform/5.2.0