Vulnerability Description
An input validation vulnerability was found in Ansible's mysql_user module before 2.2.1.0, which may fail to correctly change a password in certain circumstances. Thus the previous password would still be active when it should have been changed.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Ansible Engine | < 2.2.1.0 |
| Redhat | Virtualization | 4.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1685Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2016-8647Issue TrackingVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/ansible/ansible-modules-core/pull/5388Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1685Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2016-8647Issue TrackingVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/ansible/ansible-modules-core/pull/5388Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-8647?
CVE-2016-8647 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). An input validation vulnerability was found in Ansible's mysql_user module before 2.2.1.0, which may fail to correctly change a password in certain circumstances. Thus the previous password would stil...
How severe is CVE-2016-8647?
CVE-2016-8647 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-8647?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Ansible Engine, Redhat Virtualization.