Vulnerability Description
virt-edit in libguestfs before 1.18.0 does not preserve the permissions from the original file and saves the new file with world-readable permissions when editing, which might allow local guest users to obtain sensitive information.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libguestfs | Libguestfs | <= 1.17.43 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2012-0774.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49431Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49545Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53932
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/76220
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/libguestfs/2012-May/msg00104.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2012-0774.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49431Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49545Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53932
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/76220
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/libguestfs/2012-May/msg00104.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-2690?
CVE-2012-2690 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). virt-edit in libguestfs before 1.18.0 does not preserve the permissions from the original file and saves the new file with world-readable permissions when editing, which might allow local guest users ...
How severe is CVE-2012-2690?
CVE-2012-2690 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-2690?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libguestfs Libguestfs.