Vulnerability Description
Cloudera Manager 5.2.0, 5.2.1, and 5.3.0 stores the LDAP bind password in plaintext in unspecified world-readable files under /etc/hadoop, which allows local users to obtain this password.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cloudera | Cloudera Manager | 5.2.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.cloudera.com/content/cloudera/en/documentation/security-bulletins/SecVendor Advisory
- http://www.cloudera.com/content/cloudera/en/documentation/security-bulletins/SecVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-8733?
CVE-2014-8733 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Cloudera Manager 5.2.0, 5.2.1, and 5.3.0 stores the LDAP bind password in plaintext in unspecified world-readable files under /etc/hadoop, which allows local users to obtain this password.
How severe is CVE-2014-8733?
CVE-2014-8733 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-2014-8733?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cloudera Cloudera Manager.