Vulnerability Description
Ansible before 1.5.5 sets 0644 permissions for sources.list, which might allow local users to obtain sensitive credential information in opportunistic circumstances by reading a file that uses the "deb http://user:pass@server:port/" format.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Ansible | < 1.5.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/ansible/ansible/blob/release1.5.5/CHANGELOG.mdRelease Notes
- https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68234Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/ansible/ansible/blob/release1.5.5/CHANGELOG.mdRelease Notes
- https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68234Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4659?
CVE-2014-4659 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). Ansible before 1.5.5 sets 0644 permissions for sources.list, which might allow local users to obtain sensitive credential information in opportunistic circumstances by reading a file that uses the "de...
How severe is CVE-2014-4659?
CVE-2014-4659 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-4659?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Ansible.