CVE-2013-3709: High severity suse lifecycle management server vulnerability

Published Dec 23, 2013
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Updated

WebYaST 1.3 uses weak permissions for config/initializers/secrettoken.rb, which allows local users to gain privileges by reading the Rails secret token from this file.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Novell Suse Lifecycle Management Server=1.3
SUSE Studio onsite=1.3
SUSE WebYaST=1.3

Event History

Dec 23, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

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.

5

Can CVE-2013-3709 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2013-3709 requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.

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