CVE-2014-9770: Low severity openSUSE openSUSE vulnerability

Published Apr 20, 2016
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Updated

tmpfiles.d/systemd.conf in systemd before 214 uses weak permissions for journal files under (1) /run/log/journal/%m and (2) /var/log/journal/%m, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading these files.

Affected Software

1 affected component
openSUSE openSUSE=13.2

Event History

Apr 20, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-9770?

CVE-2014-9770 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on sensitive information exposure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-9770?

To fix CVE-2014-9770, update your systemd package to version 214 or later to ensure proper permissions for journal files.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2014-9770?

CVE-2014-9770 affects users of systemd versions prior to 214 on openSUSE 13.2.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2014-9770 enable?

CVE-2014-9770 enables local users to perform unauthorized reading of sensitive information from journal files.

5

What are the affected components in CVE-2014-9770?

The affected components in CVE-2014-9770 are the journal files located in /run/log/journal/%m and /var/log/journal/%m.

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