CVE-2018-8042: High severity Apache Ambari vulnerability

Published Jul 18, 2018
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Updated

Apache Ambari, version 2.5.0 to 2.6.2, passwords for Hadoop credential stores are exposed in Ambari Agent informational log messages when the credential store feature is enabled for eligible services. For example, Hive and Oozie.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache Ambari>=2.5.0<=2.6.2

Event History

Jul 18, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-8042?

CVE-2018-8042 is a vulnerability in Apache Ambari version 2.5.0 to 2.6.2 where passwords for Hadoop credential stores are exposed in Ambari Agent logs.

2

How severe is CVE-2018-8042?

CVE-2018-8042 has a severity rating of 8.1 (high).

3

Which versions of Apache Ambari are affected by CVE-2018-8042?

CVE-2018-8042 affects Apache Ambari version 2.5.0 to 2.6.2.

4

How can I fix CVE-2018-8042?

To fix CVE-2018-8042, upgrade to a version of Apache Ambari that is not affected by this vulnerability.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-8042?

You can find more information about CVE-2018-8042 at the following links: [Security Focus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104869), [Apache Ambari Confluence](https://cwiki.apache.org/confluence/display/AMBARI/Ambari+Vulnerabilities#AmbariVulnerabilities-CVE-2018-8042).

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