CVE-2016-3111: Infoleak
First published: Tue Apr 12 2016(Updated: )
It was found that spec file generating RSA keys, used for authenticating messages between server and consumers, as post installation step does this in world-readable directories for a brief moment. Vulnerable code: <a href="https://github.com/pulp/pulp/blob/master/pulp.spec#L473-L486">https://github.com/pulp/pulp/blob/master/pulp.spec#L473-L486</a> <a href="https://github.com/pulp/pulp/blob/master/pulp.spec#L894-L903">https://github.com/pulp/pulp/blob/master/pulp.spec#L894-L903</a>
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Pulp Project | <=2.8.2-1 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/pulp/pulp/blob/master/pulp.spec#L473-L486
- https://github.com/pulp/pulp/blob/master/pulp.spec#L894-L903
- http://pkgs.fedoraproject.org/cgit/rpms/pulp.git/tree/pulp.spec#n317
- http://pkgs.fedoraproject.org/cgit/rpms/pulp.git/tree/pulp.spec#n620
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1325693
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=1146522&action=diff
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=1146522&action=edit
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1326251
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/20/1
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHBA-2016:1501
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/attachment.cgi?id=1146522
- https://pulp.plan.io/issues/1837
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3111?
CVE-2016-3111 has been rated as a low-severity vulnerability due to the brief exposure of RSA keys in world-readable directories.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3111?
To fix CVE-2016-3111, ensure the generation of RSA keys occurs in a secure, non-world-readable directory during the post-installation process.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2016-3111?
CVE-2016-3111 affects all versions of the Pulp Project up to and including 2.8.2-1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-3111?
CVE-2016-3111 is classified as an exposure of sensitive information vulnerability.
Is CVE-2016-3111 exploitable remotely?
CVE-2016-3111 is not directly exploitable remotely, but it poses a risk if an attacker gains access to the server during the key generation phase.
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