CVE-2014-8180
First published: Mon Jan 25 2016(Updated: )
Jan Hutař of Red Hat reports: MongoDB on Satellite 6 is configured without a password by default, this allows local users to connect to MongoDB and cause information to be deleted.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MongoDB | ||
| Red Hat Satellite | =6.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://access.redhat.com/documentation/en/red-hat-satellite/6.2/paged/installation-guide/chapter-2-preparing-your-environment-for-installation#restricting_access_to_mongod
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1301703
- https://access.redhat.com/documentation/en-us/red_hat_satellite/6.2/html/installation_guide/preparing_your_environment_for_installation#restricting_access_to_mongod
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8180?
CVE-2014-8180 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to manipulate and delete data without authentication.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8180?
The fix for CVE-2014-8180 involves configuring MongoDB to require a password for local users.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-8180?
CVE-2014-8180 affects installations of MongoDB configured without a password on Red Hat Satellite 6.
What are the potential risks of CVE-2014-8180?
The potential risks of CVE-2014-8180 include unauthorized access, data deletion, and loss of critical information by local users.
What software versions are impacted by CVE-2014-8180?
CVE-2014-8180 impacts MongoDB server versions integrated with Red Hat Satellite 6, specifically version 6.0.
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