CVE-2013-6426
First published: Sat Dec 14 2013(Updated: )
The cloudformation-compatible API in OpenStack Orchestration API (Heat) before Havana 2013.2.1 and Icehouse before icehouse-2 does not properly enforce policy rules, which allows local in-instance users to bypass intended access restrictions and (1) create a stack via the CreateStack method or (2) update a stack via the UpdateStack method.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenStack Heat | <=2013.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-6426?
CVE-2013-6426 is categorized as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6426?
The fix for CVE-2013-6426 involves upgrading to OpenStack Orchestration API (Heat) version Havana 2013.2.1 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2013-6426?
CVE-2013-6426 affects OpenStack Orchestration API (Heat) versions prior to Havana 2013.2.1 and Icehouse before icehouse-2.
What is the impact of CVE-2013-6426?
The impact of CVE-2013-6426 allows local in-instance users to bypass access restrictions and potentially create unauthorized stacks.
Who can exploit CVE-2013-6426?
CVE-2013-6426 can be exploited by any local in-instance user with access to the OpenStack Orchestration API.
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