CVE-2013-3703: No write permission check in change_role command

Published Jun 8, 2018
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Updated

The controller of the Open Build Service API prior to version 2.4.4 is missing a write permission check, allowing an authenticated attacker to add or remove user roles from packages and/or project meta data.

Affected Software

1 affected component
openSUSE Open Build Service>=2.4.0<2.4.4

Event History

Jun 8, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2013-3703?

CVE-2013-3703 is a vulnerability in the controller of the Open Build Service API that allows an authenticated attacker to add or remove user roles from packages and/or project meta data.

2

How severe is CVE-2013-3703?

CVE-2013-3703 has a severity rating of 6.5 (high).

3

What software is affected by CVE-2013-3703?

The Open Build Service API versions from 2.4.0 to 2.4.4 are affected by CVE-2013-3703.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2013-3703?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2013-3703 by exploiting the missing write permission check in the controller of the Open Build Service API.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2013-3703?

Yes, the fix for CVE-2013-3703 is available in version 2.4.4 of the Open Build Service API.

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