CVE-2016-7062
First published: Tue Oct 04 2016(Updated: )
rhcon-ceph leaks password in plain text via command line parameter. Authenticated Local user can view passwords in plain text by ps -ef command. <a class="bz_bug_link bz_status_CLOSED bz_closed bz_public " title="CLOSED ERRATA - Command line parameters exposed (too spurious) as well as passwords shown" href="show_bug.cgi?id=1346379">https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1346379</a>
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Storage Console | =2.0 | |
| Red Hat Storage Console Node | =2.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7062?
CVE-2016-7062 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive passwords.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7062?
To fix CVE-2016-7062, update to the latest version of Red Hat Storage Console and Red Hat Storage Console Node that addresses this issue.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-7062?
CVE-2016-7062 affects authenticated local users of Red Hat Storage Console version 2.0 and Red Hat Storage Console Node version 2.0.
What type of information is exposed in CVE-2016-7062?
CVE-2016-7062 exposes passwords in plain text through command line parameters, viewable by using the 'ps -ef' command.
Is CVE-2016-7062 easy to exploit?
CVE-2016-7062 requires local access, making it relatively easier to exploit for authenticated users on the affected systems.
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