CVE-2014-8168
First published: Fri Feb 13 2015(Updated: )
In Red Hat Satellite, the MongoDB database can be accessed by any malicious local user of the Satellite server and pulp_database content can be modified or deleted. Embedded MongoDB was introduced in Satellite 6.0 onward therefore, all the current Satellite active versions are affected by the flaw.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Network Satellite Server | =6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8168?
CVE-2014-8168 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to unauthorized access to the MongoDB database.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8168?
Fixing CVE-2014-8168 involves restricting access to the MongoDB database on the Red Hat Satellite server.
What versions of Red Hat Satellite are affected by CVE-2014-8168?
CVE-2014-8168 affects all active versions of Red Hat Satellite starting from 6.0 onward.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2014-8168?
The potential impacts of CVE-2014-8168 include unauthorized modification or deletion of pulp_database content.
Who can exploit CVE-2014-8168?
Any malicious local user of the Satellite server can exploit CVE-2014-8168 to access the MongoDB database.
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