CVE-2018-15800: Timing attack allows extraction of signing key in Bits Service
First published: Mon Dec 10 2018(Updated: )
Cloud Foundry Bits Service, versions prior to 2.18.0, includes an information disclosure vulnerability. A remote malicious user may execute a timing attack to brute-force 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud Foundry Bits Service | <2.18.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-15800?
CVE-2018-15800 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability with a high severity level.
How do I fix CVE-2018-15800?
To fix CVE-2018-15800, upgrade Cloud Foundry Bits Service to version 2.18.0 or higher.
What type of attack does CVE-2018-15800 allow?
CVE-2018-15800 allows a remote malicious user to perform a timing attack to brute-force the signing key.
What are the consequences of CVE-2018-15800?
The consequences of CVE-2018-15800 include complete read and write access to the Bits Service storage.
Which versions of Cloud Foundry Bits Service are affected by CVE-2018-15800?
All versions of Cloud Foundry Bits Service prior to 2.18.0 are affected by CVE-2018-15800.
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