CVE-2016-5009: Input Validation
First published: Thu Jun 30 2016(Updated: )
The handle_command function in mon/Monitor.cc in Ceph allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault and ceph monitor crash) via an (1) empty or (2) crafted prefix.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Ceph Storage Mon | =1.3 | |
| Red Hat Ceph Storage OSD | =1.3 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop | =7.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux for Scientific Computing | =7.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =7.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation | =7.0 | |
| Ceph | <=0.94.6 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-12/msg00126.html
- http://tracker.ceph.com/issues/16297
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016:1384
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016:1385
- https://github.com/ceph/ceph/commit/957ece7e95d8f8746191fd9629622d4457d690d6
- https://github.com/ceph/ceph/pull/9700
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1351453
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5009?
CVE-2016-5009 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5009?
To fix CVE-2016-5009, upgrade to the latest version of Ceph that addresses this vulnerability.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-5009 enable?
CVE-2016-5009 enables a denial of service attack through segmentation faults that crash Ceph monitors.
Which versions of Ceph are affected by CVE-2016-5009?
CVE-2016-5009 specifically affects Ceph versions up to 1.3.
Who can exploit CVE-2016-5009?
Remote authenticated users can exploit CVE-2016-5009 by sending an empty or crafted prefix to the ceph monitor.
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