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CVE-2016-4976: Infoleak

First published: Wed Mar 29 2017(Updated: )

Apache Ambari 2.x before 2.4.0 includes KDC administrator passwords on the kadmin command line, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information via a process listing.

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Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apache Ambari=2.0.0
Apache Ambari=2.0.1
Apache Ambari=2.0.2
Apache Ambari=2.1.0
Apache Ambari=2.1.1
Apache Ambari=2.1.2
Apache Ambari=2.2.0
Apache Ambari=2.2.1
Apache Ambari=2.2.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-4976?

    CVE-2016-4976 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-4976?

    To fix CVE-2016-4976, upgrade to Apache Ambari version 2.4.0 or later.

  • What kind of information can be exposed by CVE-2016-4976?

    CVE-2016-4976 can expose KDC administrator passwords to local users via process listings.

  • Which versions of Apache Ambari are affected by CVE-2016-4976?

    CVE-2016-4976 affects Apache Ambari versions 2.0.0 through 2.2.2.

  • Can local users exploit CVE-2016-4976?

    Yes, local users can exploit CVE-2016-4976 to obtain sensitive KDC administrator passwords.

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