CVE-2020-14156
First published: Mon Jun 15 2020(Updated: )
user_channel/passwd_mgr.cpp in OpenBMC phosphor-host-ipmid before 2020-04-03 does not ensure that /etc/ipmi-pass has strong file permissions.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Openbmc-project Openbmc | <2020-04-03 |
Remedy
https://github.com/openbmc/phosphor-host-ipmid/commit/b265455a2518ece7c004b43c144199ec980fc620
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-14156?
CVE-2020-14156 is a vulnerability in OpenBMC phosphor-host-ipmid before 2020-04-03 that allows unauthorized access to sensitive files.
How does CVE-2020-14156 affect OpenBMC?
CVE-2020-14156 affects OpenBMC versions before 2020-04-03 by not ensuring strong file permissions on the /etc/ipmi-pass file.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-14156?
CVE-2020-14156 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2020-14156?
To fix CVE-2020-14156, update to OpenBMC version 2020-04-03 or later and ensure proper file permissions on the /etc/ipmi-pass file.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2020-14156?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2020-14156 is CWE-276, which is for incorrect default permissions.
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