CVE-2019-15716
UnknownEPSS 0.46%
Last modified
CVE-2019-15716 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. WTF before 0.19.0 does not set the permissions of config.yml, which might make it easier for local attackers to read passwords or API keys if the permissions were misconfigured or were based on unsafe OS defaults.. EPSS estimates a 0.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
WTF before 0.19.0 does not set the permissions of config.yml, which might make it easier for local attackers to read passwords or API keys if the permissions were misconfigured or were based on unsafe OS defaults.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wtfutil | Wtf | < 0.19.0 |
References
- https://github.com/wtfutil/wtf/blob/67658e172c9470e93e4122d6e2c90d01db12b0ac/cfg/config_files.go#L71-L72Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/wtfutil/wtf/compare/v0.18.0...v0.19.0Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/wtfutil/wtf/issues/517Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/wtfutil/wtf/blob/67658e172c9470e93e4122d6e2c90d01db12b0ac/cfg/config_files.go#L71-L72Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/wtfutil/wtf/compare/v0.18.0...v0.19.0Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/wtfutil/wtf/issues/517Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-15716?
WTF before 0.19.0 does not set the permissions of config.yml, which might make it easier for local attackers to read passwords or API keys if the permissions were misconfigured or were based on unsafe OS defaults.
How severe is CVE-2019-15716?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-15716 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-15716?
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-2019-15716?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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