Vulnerability Description
In OpenStack Nova before 27.4.1, 28 before 28.2.1, and 29 before 29.1.1, by supplying a raw format image that is actually a crafted QCOW2 image with a backing file path or VMDK flat image with a descriptor file path, an authenticated user may convince systems to return a copy of the referenced file's contents from the server, resulting in unauthorized access to potentially sensitive data. All Nova deployments are affected. NOTE: this issue exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2022-47951 and CVE-2024-32498.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openstack | Nova | < 27.4.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/2071734ExploitIssue Tracking
- https://security.openstack.orgVendor Advisory
- https://security.openstack.org/ossa/OSSA-2024-002.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/07/23/2Mailing List
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/2071734ExploitIssue Tracking
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2024/09/msg00017.html
- https://security.openstack.orgVendor Advisory
- https://security.openstack.org/ossa/OSSA-2024-002.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/07/23/2Mailing List
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-40767?
CVE-2024-40767 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). In OpenStack Nova before 27.4.1, 28 before 28.2.1, and 29 before 29.1.1, by supplying a raw format image that is actually a crafted QCOW2 image with a backing file path or VMDK flat image with a descr...
How severe is CVE-2024-40767?
CVE-2024-40767 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-40767?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openstack Nova.