REDHAT-BUG-1326251: Low severity Pulp Pulp vulnerability

Published Apr 12, 2016
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Updated

It was found that spec file generating RSA keys, used for authenticating messages between server and consumers, as post installation step does this in world-readable directories for a brief moment.

Vulnerable code:

https://github.com/pulp/pulp/blob/master/pulp.spec#L473-L486 https://github.com/pulp/pulp/blob/master/pulp.spec#L894-L903

Affected Software

1 affected component
Pulp Pulp

Event History

Apr 12, 2016
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·09:07 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1326251?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1326251 is considered medium due to the potential exposure of sensitive RSA keys in world-readable directories.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1326251?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-1326251, ensure that RSA keys are generated in secure, non-world-readable directories during the post-installation steps.

3

What software is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1326251?

REDHAT-BUG-1326251 affects the Pulp software, particularly during its installation process.

4

Can REDHAT-BUG-1326251 lead to security breaches?

Yes, REDHAT-BUG-1326251 can potentially lead to security breaches if the generated RSA keys are accessed by unauthorized users.

5

When was REDHAT-BUG-1326251 reported?

REDHAT-BUG-1326251 was reported due to concerns over insecure key generation practices during the installation of Pulp.

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