Vulnerability Description
OpenStack Object Storage (Swift) before 2.2.0 allows remote authenticated users to bypass the max_meta_count and other metadata constraints via multiple crafted requests which exceed the limit when combined.
CVSS Score
4.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:S/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openstack | Swift | <= 2.1.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-10/msg00025.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-0835.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-0836.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-1495.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/10/07/39
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/10/08/7
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinjan2015-2370101.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70279
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2704-1
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/swift/+bug/1365350Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96901
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-10/msg00025.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-0835.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-0836.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-1495.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-7960?
CVE-2014-7960 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.0 (MEDIUM). OpenStack Object Storage (Swift) before 2.2.0 allows remote authenticated users to bypass the max_meta_count and other metadata constraints via multiple crafted requests which exceed the limit when co...
How severe is CVE-2014-7960?
CVE-2014-7960 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-7960?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openstack Swift.