CVE-2015-6240
First published: Wed Jun 07 2017(Updated: )
Last updated 10 March 2025
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| pip/ansible | <1.9.2 | 1.9.2 |
| Red Hat Ansible | <=1.9.1 | |
| debian/ansible | 2.10.7+merged+base+2.10.17+dfsg-0+deb11u1 2.10.7+merged+base+2.10.17+dfsg-0+deb11u2 7.7.0+dfsg-3+deb12u1 11.2.0+dfsg-1 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/ansible/ansible/commit/ca2f2c4ebd7b5e097eab0a710f79c1f63badf95b
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/08/17/10
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1243468
- https://github.com/ansible/ansible/commit/952166f48eb0f5797b75b160fd156bbe1e8fc647
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2019/09/msg00016.html
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2015-6240
- https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/tree/main/vulns/ansible/PYSEC-2017-3.yaml
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-wwwh-47wp-m522 (Advisory)
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2015-6240
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2015-6240
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2015-6240
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2015-6240
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/07/14/3
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6240?
CVE-2015-6240 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability, allowing local users to escape restricted environments.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6240?
To fix CVE-2015-6240, upgrade to Ansible version 1.9.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-6240?
Local users operating on Ansible versions prior to 1.9.2 and Red Hat Ansible versions up to 1.9.1 are affected by CVE-2015-6240.
What types of attacks does CVE-2015-6240 allow?
CVE-2015-6240 allows attackers to perform symlink attacks leading to unauthorized access outside the restricted environment.
Is CVE-2015-6240 related to specific Ansible plugins?
Yes, CVE-2015-6240 affects the chroot, jail, and zone connection plugins in Ansible.
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