CVE-2020-10695
First published: Tue Jan 21 2020(Updated: )
An insecure modification flaw in the /etc/passwd file was found in the redhat-sso-7 container. An attacker with access to the container can use this flaw to modify the /etc/passwd and escalate their privileges.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/redhat-sso | <7.4.4 | 7.4.4 |
| Red Hat Single Sign-On | <7.4.4 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1817530
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1791534
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2020:5533
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2020:5529
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2020-10695
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2020-10695 https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-10695
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-10695?
CVE-2020-10695 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2020-10695?
To mitigate CVE-2020-10695, upgrade redhat-sso to version 7.4.4 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2020-10695?
CVE-2020-10695 affects redhat-sso versions prior to 7.4.4.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-10695?
CVE-2020-10695 is an insecure modification flaw affecting the /etc/passwd file.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2020-10695?
An attacker with access to the container can modify the /etc/passwd file, potentially escalating their privileges.
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