CVE-2014-8733: Infoleak

Published Feb 10, 2015
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Updated

Cloudera Manager 5.2.0, 5.2.1, and 5.3.0 stores the LDAP bind password in plaintext in unspecified world-readable files under /etc/hadoop, which allows local users to obtain this password.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Cloudera Cloudera Manager=5.2.0
Cloudera Cloudera Manager=5.2.1
Cloudera Cloudera Manager=5.3.0

Event History

Feb 10, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability CVE-2014-8733?

CVE-2014-8733 is a vulnerability in Cloudera Manager versions 5.2.0, 5.2.1, and 5.3.0 that allows local users to read the LDAP bind password stored in plaintext.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2014-8733?

CVE-2014-8733 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the exposure of sensitive credentials.

3

How do I fix CVE-2014-8733?

To fix CVE-2014-8733, ensure that the LDAP bind password is stored securely and restrict access to configuration files under /etc/hadoop.

4

Which versions of Cloudera Manager are affected by CVE-2014-8733?

CVE-2014-8733 affects Cloudera Manager versions 5.2.0, 5.2.1, and 5.3.0.

5

Can I mitigate the risk of CVE-2014-8733 without upgrading?

Yes, you can mitigate the risk of CVE-2014-8733 by changing file permissions and hiding LDAP bind passwords from unauthorized users.

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