CVE-2018-15796: Signing Key Extraction in Bits Service Release
First published: Wed Nov 07 2018(Updated: )
Cloud Foundry Bits Service Release, versions prior to 2.14.0, uses an insecure hashing algorithm to sign URLs. A remote malicious user may obtain a signed URL and extract the signing key, allowing them complete read and write access to the the Bits Service storage.
Credit: security_alert@emc.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Pivotal Software Bits Service | <2.14.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-15796?
CVE-2018-15796 is a vulnerability in the Cloud Foundry Bits Service that uses an insecure hashing algorithm to sign URLs.
How does CVE-2018-15796 affect the Bits Service?
CVE-2018-15796 allows a remote malicious user to obtain a signed URL and extract the signing key, giving them complete read and write access to the Bits Service storage.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-15796?
CVE-2018-15796 is classified as a high severity vulnerability with a severity score of 8.1.
How can I fix CVE-2018-15796?
To fix CVE-2018-15796, update Cloud Foundry Bits Service to version 2.14.0 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-15796?
More information about CVE-2018-15796 can be found in the reference link: https://www.cloudfoundry.org/blog/cve-2018-15796
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