CVE-2018-17956: Password exposed in process listing
First published: Fri Mar 15 2019(Updated: )
In yast2-samba-provision up to and including version 1.0.1 the password for samba shares was provided on the command line to tools used by yast2-samba-provision, allowing local attackers to read them in the process list
Credit: meissner@suse.de
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| openSUSE YaST2 Samba Provision | <=1.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-17956?
CVE-2018-17956 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17956?
To fix CVE-2018-17956, upgrade yast2-samba-provision to version 1.0.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-17956?
Users of yast2-samba-provision version 1.0.1 and earlier on OpenSUSE are affected by CVE-2018-17956.
What type of attack does CVE-2018-17956 enable?
CVE-2018-17956 allows local attackers to read Samba share passwords from the command line in the process list.
Is CVE-2018-17956 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2018-17956 is a local vulnerability, requiring access to the command line of the affected system.
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