CVE-2013-3709
First published: Mon Dec 23 2013(Updated: )
WebYaST 1.3 uses weak permissions for config/initializers/secret_token.rb, which allows local users to gain privileges by reading the Rails secret token from this file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Lifecycle Management Server | =1.3 | |
| SUSE Studio Onsite | =1.3 | |
| Novell WebYaST Appliance | =1.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2013-12/msg00006.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2013-12/msg00012.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2013-12/msg00013.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2013-12/msg00014.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2014-01/msg00001.html
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=851116
- https://github.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/blob/master/modules/exploits/multi/http/rails_secret_deserialization.rb
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-3709?
CVE-2013-3709 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3709?
To fix CVE-2013-3709, you need to change the file permissions on config/initializers/secret_token.rb to restrict access.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-3709?
CVE-2013-3709 affects local users of SUSE Lifecycle Management Server, SUSE Studio Onsite, and Novell WebYaST Appliance version 1.3.
What is CVE-2013-3709?
CVE-2013-3709 is a vulnerability in WebYaST 1.3 that allows local users to read the Rails secret token due to weak file permissions.
Can CVE-2013-3709 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2013-3709 requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.
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