Vulnerability Description
OpenStack Swift-on-File (aka Swiftonfile) does not properly restrict use of the pickle Python module when loading metadata, which allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted extended attribute (xattrs).
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Gluster Storage | 3.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-1918.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/solutions/1985893Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1258743Vendor Advisory
- https://review.openstack.org/#/c/237994/
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-1918.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/solutions/1985893Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1258743Vendor Advisory
- https://review.openstack.org/#/c/237994/
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-5242?
CVE-2015-5242 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.0 (MEDIUM). OpenStack Swift-on-File (aka Swiftonfile) does not properly restrict use of the pickle Python module when loading metadata, which allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a craf...
How severe is CVE-2015-5242?
CVE-2015-5242 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-5242?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Gluster Storage.