CVE-2015-6861
First published: Tue Jan 05 2016(Updated: )
HPE Helion Eucalyptus 3.4.0 through 4.2.0 allows remote authenticated users to bypass an intended AssumeRole permission requirement and assume an IAM role by leveraging a policy setting for a user's account.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Eucalyptus | =3.4.0 | |
| Eucalyptus | =3.4.1 | |
| Eucalyptus | =3.4.2 | |
| Eucalyptus | =3.4.3 | |
| Eucalyptus | =4.0.0 | |
| Eucalyptus | =4.0.1 | |
| Eucalyptus | =4.0.2 | |
| Eucalyptus | =4.1.0 | |
| Eucalyptus | =4.1.1 | |
| Eucalyptus | =4.1.2 | |
| Eucalyptus | =4.2.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6861?
CVE-2015-6861 has been classified with a medium severity due to its potential impact on IAM role permissions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6861?
To fix CVE-2015-6861, you should upgrade to a version of HPE Helion Eucalyptus that is higher than 4.2.0.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-6861?
CVE-2015-6861 affects users of HPE Helion Eucalyptus versions 3.4.0 through 4.2.0.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2015-6861?
CVE-2015-6861 allows remote authenticated users to bypass security measures for assuming IAM roles.
When was CVE-2015-6861 disclosed?
CVE-2015-6861 was publicly disclosed in October 2015.
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