REDHAT-BUG-1929800: Race Condition

Published Feb 17, 2021

Updated

A flaw was found in samba. A race condition in the password lockout code may lead to the risk of brute force attacks being sucessful if special conditions are met.

References:

https://bugzilla.samba.org/showbug.cgi?id=14611

Affected Software

1 affected component

Samba Samba

Event History

Feb 17, 2021

Data Sourced

via Red Hat·04:50 PM

DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1929800?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1929800 is moderate due to the potential risk of successful brute force attacks.

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1929800?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-1929800, it is recommended to update your Samba software to the latest version that addresses this race condition.

What systems are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1929800?

REDHAT-BUG-1929800 affects installations of Samba that utilize the password lockout feature.

What impact does REDHAT-BUG-1929800 have on security?

REDHAT-BUG-1929800 may compromise security by allowing attackers to bypass password lockout mechanisms under specific conditions.

Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1929800?

Currently, there is no documented workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1929800, and upgrading Samba is the best course of action.