REDHAT-BUG-1793296
First published: Tue Jan 21 2020(Updated: )
It has been found that multiple containers modify the permissions of /etc/passwd to make them modifiable by users other than root. An attacker with access to the running container can exploit this to modify /etc/passwd to add a user and escalate their privileges. This CVE is specific to the openshift/mediawiki-apb Original bug: <a class="bz_bug_link bz_status_CLOSED bz_closed bz_public " title="CLOSED ERRATA - OpenShift: containers modify /etc/passwd group writable" href="show_bug.cgi?id=1791534">https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1791534</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenShift MediaWiki |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1791534
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2020:0617
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2019-19345
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2020:0694
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2020:0798
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1793296
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1793296?
REDHAT-BUG-1793296 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1793296?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1793296, apply the recommended security patches provided by Red Hat for the affected software.
Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1793296?
Users of OpenShift mediawiki-apb are specifically affected by REDHAT-BUG-1793296.
What can attackers do with REDHAT-BUG-1793296?
Attackers can exploit REDHAT-BUG-1793296 to modify /etc/passwd, enabling them to create a new user and escalate privileges.
When was REDHAT-BUG-1793296 disclosed?
REDHAT-BUG-1793296 was disclosed in 2020 and addressed in subsequent security advisories.
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