CVE-2018-1073: Infoleak
The web console login form in ovirt-engine before version 4.2.3 returned different errors for non-existent users and invalid passwords, allowing an attacker to discover the names of valid user accounts.
Other sources
The web console login form returned two different errors for non-existent users and invalid password attempts, allowing an attacker to discover the names of valid user accounts.
— Red Hat
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?
The vulnerability ID of this issue is CVE-2018-1073.
What is the severity level of CVE-2018-1073?
The severity level of CVE-2018-1073 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.3.
What is the affected software?
The affected software includes ovirt-engine versions up to exclusive 4.2.3, Ovirt Ovirt-engine versions up to exclusive 4.2.3, Redhat Virtualization 4.0, and Redhat Virtualization Host 4.0.
How can an attacker exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by discovering the names of valid user accounts through the web console login form in ovirt-engine.
Are there any fixes available for CVE-2018-1073?
Yes, the fix for CVE-2018-1073 is available in ovirt-engine version 4.2.3.