Vulnerability Description
lib/ansible/playbook/__init__.py in Ansible 1.2.x before 1.2.3, when playbook does not run due to an error, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a retry file with a predictable name in /var/tmp/ansible/.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Ansible | 1.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.ansible.com/securityVendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=998227Issue TrackingPatch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/86898VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/forum/#%21topic/ansible-project/UVDYW0HGcNg
- http://www.ansible.com/securityVendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=998227Issue TrackingPatch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/86898VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/forum/#%21topic/ansible-project/UVDYW0HGcNg
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-4260?
CVE-2013-4260 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.3 (LOW). lib/ansible/playbook/__init__.py in Ansible 1.2.x before 1.2.3, when playbook does not run due to an error, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a retry file with a ...
How severe is CVE-2013-4260?
CVE-2013-4260 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-4260?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Ansible.