CVE-2019-19724
First published: Wed Dec 18 2019(Updated: )
Insecure permissions (777) are set on `$HOME/.singularity` when it is newly created by Singularity (version from 3.3.0 to 3.5.1), which could lead to an information leak, and malicious redirection of operations performed against Sylabs cloud services.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| go/github.com/sylabs/singularity | >=3.3.0<=3.5.1 | 3.5.2 |
| Sylabs Singularity | >=3.3.0<=3.5.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-19724
- https://github.com/sylabs/singularity/releases/tag/v3.5.2
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-01/msg00025.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-07/msg00059.html
- https://github.com/sylabs/singularity/commit/2cda4981812c29f0fb11d3ea6aaf6139f665a631
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-mj73-5x75-9phh (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-19724?
CVE-2019-19724 refers to a vulnerability in Singularity, version 3.3.0 to 3.5.1, where insecure permissions (777) are set on $HOME/.singularity, leading to potential information leaks and malicious redirection of operations against Sylabs cloud services.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-19724?
CVE-2019-19724 has a severity rating of high (7 out of 10).
How does CVE-2019-19724 affect Singularity?
CVE-2019-19724 affects Singularity versions 3.3.0 to 3.5.1 by setting insecure permissions (777) on $HOME/.singularity, which could lead to information leaks and malicious redirection of operations against Sylabs cloud services.
How can I fix CVE-2019-19724?
To fix CVE-2019-19724, update Singularity to version 3.5.2 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-19724?
More information about CVE-2019-19724 can be found at the following sources: [NVD](https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-19724), [GitHub](https://github.com/sylabs/singularity/releases/tag/v3.5.2), [OpenSUSE](http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-01/msg00025.html).
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