CVE-2019-19349: High severity red hat openshift vulnerability
An insecure modification vulnerability in the /etc/passwd file was found in the container operator-framework/operator-metering as shipped in Red Hat Openshift 4. An attacker with access to the container could use this flaw to modify /etc/passwd and escalate their privileges.
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It has been found that multiple containers modify the permissions of /etc/passwd to make them modifiable by users other than root. An attacker with access to the running container can exploit this to modify /etc/passwd to add a user and escalate their privileges. This CVE is specific to the openshift/metering-ansible-operator.
Original bug: https://bugzilla.redhat.com/showbug.cgi?id=1791534
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-19349?
CVE-2019-19349 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow privilege escalation within affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2019-19349?
To fix CVE-2019-19349, update to the latest version of Red Hat OpenShift that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2019-19349?
CVE-2019-19349 affects Red Hat OpenShift version 4.0 and potentially earlier versions if the same configuration exists.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-19349?
CVE-2019-19349 is an insecure modification vulnerability affecting the /etc/passwd file in containerized environments.
Can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-19349 remotely?
An attacker must have access to the container in order to exploit CVE-2019-19349 and escalate privileges.