CVE-2014-8126: Input Validation
The HTCondor scheduler can optionally notify a user of completed jobs by sending an email. Due to the way the daemon sent the email message, authenticated users able to submit jobs could execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the condor user.
Acknowledgements:
This issue was discovered by Florian Weimer of Red Hat Product Security.
Other sources
The scheduler in HTCondor before 8.2.6 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code.
— MITRE
Affected Software
Remediation
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Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8126?
CVE-2014-8126 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution by authenticated users.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8126?
To fix CVE-2014-8126, upgrade to HTCondor version 8.2.6 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-8126?
Users of HTCondor versions prior to 8.2.6, particularly those allowing job submission, are affected by CVE-2014-8126.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-8126?
CVE-2014-8126 is a code execution vulnerability that allows unauthorized command execution via email notifications.
Can CVE-2014-8126 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-8126 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users through the email notification feature.