RHSA-2014:1186: Important: katello-configure security update

Published Sep 11, 2014
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Updated

The katello-configure package provides the katello-configure script, whichconfigures the Katello installation, and the katello-upgrade script, whichhandles upgrades between versions.It was discovered that the default configuration of Elasticsearch enableddynamic scripting, allowing a remote attacker to execute arbitrary MVELexpressions and Java code via the source parameter passed to search.(CVE-2014-3120)All Subscription Asset Manager users are advised to upgrade to this updatedpackage. The update provides a script that modifies the elasticsearch.ymlconfiguration file to disable dynamic scripting. After updating, run the"katello-configure" command. This will update the elasticsearch.ymlconfiguration file and restart the elasticsearch service.

Affected Software

1 affected componentFixes available
redhat/katello-configure<1.4.5.1-3.el6
1.4.5.1-3.el6

Remediation

Event History

Sep 11, 2014
Advisory Published
12:00 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of RHSA-2014:1186?

The severity of RHSA-2014:1186 is classified as important.

2

How do I fix RHSA-2014:1186?

To fix RHSA-2014:1186, update the katello-configure package to version 1.4.5.1-3.el6 or later.

3

What does RHSA-2014:1186 address?

RHSA-2014:1186 addresses a vulnerability in the default configuration of Elasticsearch within the katello-configure package.

4

Which package is affected by RHSA-2014:1186?

The affected package by RHSA-2014:1186 is katello-configure.

5

What is the recommended action for RHSA-2014:1186?

The recommended action for RHSA-2014:1186 is to ensure that the katello-configure package is updated to the latest secure version.

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