Advisory Published
Updated

REDHAT-BUG-1873926

First published: Mon Aug 31 2020(Updated: )

A account takeover flaw was found in Red Hat Satellite 6.7.2 onward, a potential attacker with proper authentication to the relevant external authentication source (SSO or Open ID) can claim the privileges of already existing local users of Satellite.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Red Hat Satellite with Embedded Oracle>=6.7.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1873926?

    The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1873926 is considered high due to the potential for account takeover.

  • How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1873926?

    To fix REDHAT-BUG-1873926, update your Red Hat Satellite software to the latest patched version.

  • Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1873926?

    REDHAT-BUG-1873926 affects users of Red Hat Satellite 6.7.2 and later who utilize external authentication sources.

  • What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-1873926?

    REDHAT-BUG-1873926 is classified as an account takeover vulnerability.

  • Can an external attacker exploit REDHAT-BUG-1873926?

    Yes, an external attacker with proper authentication can exploit REDHAT-BUG-1873926 to take over existing user accounts.

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