CVE-2024-3623: Mirror-registry: default database secret key stored in plain-text on initial configuration file
First published: Wed Apr 10 2024(Updated: )
A flaw was found when using mirror-registry to install Quay. It uses a default database secret key, which is stored in plain-text format in one of the configuration template files. This issue may lead to all instances of Quay deployed using mirror-registry to have the same database secret key. This flaw allows a malicious actor to access sensitive information from Quay's database.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Quay for IBM Z and LinuxONE | ||
| Red Hat mirror-registry |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-3623?
CVE-2024-3623 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the exposure of a default database secret key in plain text.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3623?
To fix CVE-2024-3623, you should update your Quay and mirror-registry configurations to use a secure, unique database secret key instead of the default.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-3623?
CVE-2024-3623 affects instances of Red Hat Quay and Red Hat mirror-registry that utilize the default database secret key.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-3623?
The primary impact of CVE-2024-3623 is that it can lead to data exposure and unauthorized access to databases across multiple Quay instances.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-3623?
While the best solution is to update the database secret key, a temporary workaround is to restrict access to the affected configuration files.
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