CVE-2014-4658
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.41%
Last modified
CVE-2014-4658 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The vault subsystem in Ansible before 1.5.5 does not set the umask before creation or modification of a vault file, which allows local users to obtain sensitive key information by reading a file.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The vault subsystem in Ansible before 1.5.5 does not set the umask before creation or modification of a vault file, which allows local users to obtain sensitive key information by reading a file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Ansible | < 1.5.5 |
References
- https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68233Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68233Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-4658?
The vault subsystem in Ansible before 1.5.5 does not set the umask before creation or modification of a vault file, which allows local users to obtain sensitive key information by reading a file.
How severe is CVE-2014-4658?
CVE-2014-4658 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4658?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2014-4658?
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