What is CVE-2020-8021?

CVE-2020-8021 is an Improper Access Control vulnerability in Open Build Service that allows remote attackers to read files of an OBS package where the sourceaccess/access is disabled.

Which versions of Open Build Service are affected by CVE-2020-8021?

Open Build Service versions prior to 2.10.5 are affected by CVE-2020-8021.

How severe is CVE-2020-8021?

CVE-2020-8021 has a severity rating of 5.3 out of 10, which is considered medium.

How can I fix CVE-2020-8021?

To fix CVE-2020-8021, upgrade to Open Build Service version 2.10.5 or later.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-8021?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-8021 at the following references: [Bugzilla](https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1171649) and [Debian LTS Announce](https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/02/msg00006.html).

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-8021

medium

5.3

CWE

269

19/5/2020

16/9/2024

CVE-2020-8021: unauthorized read access to files where sourceaccess is disabled via a crafted _service file in Open Build Service

First published: Tue May 19 2020(Updated: )

a Improper Access Control vulnerability in of Open Build Service allows remote attackers to read files of an OBS package where the sourceaccess/access is disabled This issue affects: Open Build Service versions prior to 2.10.5.

Credit: meissner@suse.de

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
openSUSE Open Build Service	<2.10.5
Debian Debian Linux	=9.0

Remedy

https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1171649

Never miss a vulnerability like this again

Reference Links

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-8021?
CVE-2020-8021 is an Improper Access Control vulnerability in Open Build Service that allows remote attackers to read files of an OBS package where the sourceaccess/access is disabled.
Which versions of Open Build Service are affected by CVE-2020-8021?
Open Build Service versions prior to 2.10.5 are affected by CVE-2020-8021.
How severe is CVE-2020-8021?
CVE-2020-8021 has a severity rating of 5.3 out of 10, which is considered medium.
How can I fix CVE-2020-8021?
To fix CVE-2020-8021, upgrade to Open Build Service version 2.10.5 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-8021?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-8021 at the following references: [Bugzilla](https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1171649) and [Debian LTS Announce](https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/02/msg00006.html).

collector/nvd-index
agent/references
agent/type
collector/mitre-cve
source/MITRE
agent/weakness
agent/title
agent/remedy
agent/author
agent/last-modified-date
agent/severity
agent/softwarecombine
agent/description
agent/event
agent/first-publish-date
agent/tags
vendor/opensuse
canonical/opensuse open build service
vendor/debian
canonical/debian debian linux
version/debian debian linux/9.0

Company

Resources

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co

By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.