CVE-2016-5746
First published: Mon Sep 26 2016(Updated: )
libstorage, libstorage-ng, and yast-storage improperly store passphrases for encrypted storage devices in a temporary file on disk, which might allow local users to obtain sensitive information by reading the file, as demonstrated by /tmp/libstorage-XXXXXX/pwdf.
Credit: meissner@suse.de
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Libstorage | ||
| SUSE Libstorage | ||
| SUSE YaST2 Storage | ||
| SUSE Linux | =42.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-09/msg00032.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93169
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=986971
- https://github.com/openSUSE/libstorage-ng/pull/123
- https://github.com/openSUSE/libstorage/pull/162
- https://github.com/openSUSE/libstorage/pull/163
- https://github.com/yast/yast-storage/pull/223
- https://github.com/yast/yast-storage/pull/224
- https://github.com/yast/yast-storage/pull/226
- https://github.com/yast/yast-storage/pull/227
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5746?
CVE-2016-5746 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for sensitive information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5746?
To fix CVE-2016-5746, update to the latest version of libstorage, libstorage-ng, or yast-storage that addresses this vulnerability.
What can be compromised due to CVE-2016-5746?
CVE-2016-5746 can lead to local users obtaining passphrases for encrypted storage devices, compromising sensitive data.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-5746?
CVE-2016-5746 affects openSUSE's libstorage, libstorage-ng, and yast-storage applications.
Is local access required to exploit CVE-2016-5746?
Yes, local access is required to exploit CVE-2016-5746, as it involves reading temporary files on disk.
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