CVE-2012-2679
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CVE-2012-2679 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Red Hat Network (RHN) Configuration Client (rhncfg-client) in rhncfg before 5.10.27-8 uses weak permissions (world-readable) for /var/log/rhncfg-actions, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information about the rhncfg-client actions by reading the file.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Red Hat Network (RHN) Configuration Client (rhncfg-client) in rhncfg before 5.10.27-8 uses weak permissions (world-readable) for /var/log/rhncfg-actions, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information about the rhncfg-client actions by reading the file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Rhncfg | <= 5.10.27 |
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2012-1369.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50978Vendor Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2012-1369.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50978Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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