CVE-2018-19638: User can overwrite arbitrary log files in support tar
First published: Tue Mar 05 2019(Updated: )
In supportutils, before version 3.1-5.7.1 and if pacemaker is installed on the system, an unprivileged user could have overwritten arbitrary files in the directory that is used by supportutils to collect the log files.
Credit: meissner@suse.de
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Opensuse Supportutils | <3.1-5.7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-19638.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-19638?
The severity of CVE-2018-19638 is medium with a value of 4.7.
What is the affected software of CVE-2018-19638?
The affected software is Opensuse Supportutils version up to 3.1-5.7.1.
How can an unprivileged user exploit CVE-2018-19638?
An unprivileged user could exploit CVE-2018-19638 by overwriting arbitrary files in the directory used by supportutils to collect log files.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-19638?
Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2018-19638. Users should update to supportutils version 3.1-5.7.1 or later.
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