CVE-2014-4678
First published: Thu Feb 20 2020(Updated: )
The safe_eval function in Ansible before 1.6.4 does not properly restrict the code subset, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted instructions. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2014-4657.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| pip/ansible | <1.6.4 | 1.6.4 |
| Redhat Ansible | <1.6.4 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =8.0 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =9.0 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =10.0 | |
| debian/ansible | 2.10.7+merged+base+2.10.17+dfsg-0+deb11u1 7.7.0+dfsg-3+deb12u1 10.1.0+dfsg-1 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2014-4678
- https://github.com/ansible/ansible/commit/5429b85b9f6c2e640074176f36ff05fd5e4d1916
- https://groups.google.com/forum/message/raw?msg=ansible-announce/ieV1vZvcTXU/5Q93ThkY9rIJ
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2014-4678
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/06/26/30
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/02/2
- https://www.rapid7.com/db/vulnerabilities/freebsd-vid-2c493ac8-205e-11e5-a4a5-002590263bf5
- https://www.rapid7.com/db/vulnerabilities/gentoo-linux-cve-2014-4678
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-66c7-5pwv-mm3j (Advisory)
- https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/tree/main/vulns/ansible/PYSEC-2020-203.yaml
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-4678?
CVE-2014-4678 is a vulnerability in the safe_eval function in Ansible before version 1.6.4 that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through crafted instructions.
How severe is CVE-2014-4678?
CVE-2014-4678 has a severity rating of 9.8 (critical).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2014-4678?
Ansible versions before 1.6.4 and some Debian versions (2.7.7+dfsg-1+deb10u1, 2.10.7+merged+base+2.10.8+dfsg-1, 7.3.0+dfsg-1, and 7.7.0+dfsg-1) are affected by CVE-2014-4678.
How can I fix CVE-2014-4678?
To fix CVE-2014-4678, upgrade to Ansible version 1.6.4 or later. For Debian users, install the specific fixed versions mentioned in the vulnerability description.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2014-4678?
You can find more information about CVE-2014-4678 at the following references: [NVD](https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2014-4678), [GitHub Commit](https://github.com/ansible/ansible/commit/5429b85b9f6c2e640074176f36ff05fd5e4d1916), [Google Groups](https://groups.google.com/forum/message/raw?msg=ansible-announce/ieV1vZvcTXU/5Q93ThkY9rIJ).
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