CVE-2016-1601
First published: Tue Apr 26 2016(Updated: )
yast2-users before 3.1.47, as used in SUSE Linux Enterprise 12 SP1, does not properly set empty password fields in /etc/shadow during an AutoYaST installation when the profile does not contain inst-sys users, which might allow attackers to have unspecified impact via unknown vectors.
Credit: meissner@suse.de
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE yast2 | ||
| SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop with Beagle | =12-sp1 | |
| SUSE Linux Enterprise Server | =12-sp1 | |
| SUSE Linux Enterprise Software Development Kit | =12-sp1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1601?
CVE-2016-1601 has not been assigned a specific severity rating, but it can lead to unauthorized access due to improperly set empty password fields.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1601?
To fix CVE-2016-1601, update to a version of yast2 that is 3.1.47 or later.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-1601?
CVE-2016-1601 affects yast2 versions before 3.1.47 on SUSE Linux Enterprise 12 SP1.
What can attackers exploit in CVE-2016-1601?
Attackers could potentially exploit CVE-2016-1601 to gain unauthorized access through undefined vectors due to misconfigured password fields.
Is CVE-2016-1601 still a risk if I have updated my system?
If your system has been updated to yast2 version 3.1.47 or later, CVE-2016-1601 should no longer be a risk.
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