CVE-2013-6433
First published: Tue Dec 10 2013(Updated: )
Kashyap Chamarthy <kchamart> reports: It's possible for Neutron (OpenStack networking) users to pass arbitrary config files via rootwrap[*] which allows privilege escalation by letting user add more exec directories, change configurations of commands using rootwrap, log more than what needs to be done, etc.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/openstack-neutron-2013.2.2 | <5 | 5 |
| OpenStack Neutron | >=2013.1<=2013.2.3 | |
| Ubuntu | =13.10 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-6433?
CVE-2013-6433 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6433?
To mitigate CVE-2013-6433, upgrade to the latest version of OpenStack Neutron that is not affected by this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-6433?
CVE-2013-6433 affects users of OpenStack Neutron versions from 2013.1 to 2013.2.2.
What types of attacks can CVE-2013-6433 facilitate?
CVE-2013-6433 can facilitate privilege escalation attacks by allowing users to manipulate configurations of rootwrap.
Is there a specific operating system impacted by CVE-2013-6433?
Yes, CVE-2013-6433 impacts OpenStack Neutron installations on Ubuntu versions 13.10 and 14.04.
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