2.1
CWE
310
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-0164

First published: Mon May 05 2014(Updated: )

openshift-origin-broker-util, as used in Red Hat OpenShift Enterprise 1.2.7 and 2.0.5, uses world-readable permissions for the mcollective client.cfg configuration file, which allows local users to obtain credentials and other sensitive information by reading the file.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Red Hat OpenShift=1.2.7
Red Hat OpenShift=2.0.5
=1.2.7
=2.0.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-0164?

    CVE-2014-0164 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for local user exploitation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-0164?

    To fix CVE-2014-0164, ensure that the permissions for the mcollective client.cfg configuration file are set appropriately to restrict access.

  • Which versions of Red Hat OpenShift are affected by CVE-2014-0164?

    CVE-2014-0164 affects Red Hat OpenShift Enterprise versions 1.2.7 and 2.0.5.

  • What potential impact does CVE-2014-0164 have?

    CVE-2014-0164 can allow local users to read sensitive information, including credentials, from the unsecured configuration file.

  • Are there any known exploits for CVE-2014-0164?

    As of the latest information, no public exploits specifically targeting CVE-2014-0164 have been reported.

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