CVE-2020-5414: App Autoscaler logs credentials
First published: Fri Jul 31 2020(Updated: )
VMware Tanzu Application Service for VMs (2.7.x versions prior to 2.7.19, 2.8.x versions prior to 2.8.13, and 2.9.x versions prior to 2.9.7) contains an App Autoscaler that logs the UAA admin password. This credential is redacted on VMware Tanzu Operations Manager; however, the unredacted logs are available to authenticated users of the BOSH Director. This credential would grant administrative privileges to a malicious user. The same versions of App Autoscaler also log the App Autoscaler Broker password. Prior to newer versions of Operations Manager, this credential was not redacted from logs. This credential allows a malicious user to create, delete, and modify App Autoscaler services instances. Operations Manager started redacting this credential from logs as of its versions 2.7.15, 2.8.6, and 2.9.1. Note that these logs are typically only visible to foundation administrators and operators.
Credit: security@pivotal.io
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware Tanzu Application Service For Virtual Machines | >=2.7.0<2.7.19 | |
| Vmware Tanzu Application Service For Virtual Machines | >=2.8.0<2.8.13 | |
| Vmware Tanzu Application Service For Virtual Machines | >=2.9.0<2.9.7 | |
| Vmware Operations Manager | >=2.7.0<2.7.15 | |
| Vmware Operations Manager | >=2.8.0<2.8.6 | |
| Vmware Operations Manager | >=2.9.0<2.9.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-5414?
CVE-2020-5414 is a vulnerability in VMware Tanzu Application Service for VMs (2.7.x versions prior to 2.7.19, 2.8.x versions prior to 2.8.13, and 2.9.x versions prior to 2.9.7) where the App Autoscaler logs the UAA admin password, which is unredacted in the logs.
How severe is CVE-2020-5414?
CVE-2020-5414 has a severity rating of 5.7 (medium).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-5414?
VMware Tanzu Application Service for VMs versions 2.7.0 to 2.7.19, 2.8.0 to 2.8.13, and 2.9.0 to 2.9.7 are affected. VMware Operations Manager versions 2.7.0 to 2.7.15, 2.8.0 to 2.8.6, and 2.9.0 to 2.9.1 are also affected.
How can I fix CVE-2020-5414?
To fix CVE-2020-5414, update VMware Tanzu Application Service for VMs to version 2.7.19, 2.8.13, or 2.9.7. Update VMware Operations Manager to version 2.7.15, 2.8.6, or 2.9.1.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-5414?
More information about CVE-2020-5414 can be found at https://tanzu.vmware.com/security/cve-2020-5414.
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