CVE-2019-7628: Infoleak

Published Feb 8, 2019
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Updated

Pagure 5.2 leaks API keys by e-mailing them to users. Few e-mail servers validate TLS certificates, so it is easy for man-in-the-middle attackers to read these e-mails and gain access to Pagure on behalf of other users. This issue is found in the API token expiration reminder cron job in files/apikeyexpiremail.py; disabling that job is also a viable solution. (E-mailing a substring of the API key was an attempted, but rejected, solution.)

Affected Software

1 affected component
redhat Pagure=5.2

Event History

Feb 8, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:29 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-7628?

CVE-2019-7628 is a vulnerability found in Pagure 5.2 that leaks API keys by e-mailing them to users, which can be intercepted by attackers.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2019-7628?

The severity of CVE-2019-7628 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.9.

3

How does CVE-2019-7628 work?

CVE-2019-7628 works by leaking API keys through emails sent to users, which can be intercepted by attackers performing man-in-the-middle attacks.

4

Which version of Pagure is affected by CVE-2019-7628?

Pagure version 5.2 is affected by CVE-2019-7628.

5

Are there any fixes or patches available for CVE-2019-7628?

Yes, fixes and patches for CVE-2019-7628 are available. It is recommended to update to the latest version of Pagure to address this vulnerability.

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