CVE-2015-8470: Infoleak
Published Dec 11, 2017
·Updated
The console in Puppet Enterprise 3.7.x, 3.8.x, and 2015.2.x does not set the secure flag for the JSESSIONID cookie in an HTTPS session, which makes it easier for remote attackers to capture this cookie by intercepting its transmission within an HTTP session.
Affected Software
3 affected components
puppet Puppet Enterprise>=3.7.0<=3.7.2
puppet Puppet Enterprise>=3.8.0<=3.8.6
puppet Puppet Enterprise>=2015.2.0<=2015.2.3
Event History
Dec 11, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8470?
The severity of CVE-2015-8470 is medium.
2
How does CVE-2015-8470 impact Puppet Enterprise?
CVE-2015-8470 can allow remote attackers to capture the JSESSIONID cookie in an HTTPS session.
3
Which versions of Puppet Enterprise are affected by CVE-2015-8470?
Puppet Enterprise versions 3.7.x, 3.8.x, and 2015.2.x are affected by CVE-2015-8470.
4
Is there a fix available for CVE-2015-8470?
Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2015-8470. Please refer to the reference link for more information.
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Where can I find more information about CVE-2015-8470?
You can find more information about CVE-2015-8470 at the following reference link: <https://puppet.com/security/cve/CVE-2015-8470>