QID 980882

QID 980882: Python (pip) Security Update for ansible (GHSA-rh6x-qvg7-rrmj)

The create_script function in the lxc_container module in Ansible before 1.9.6-1 and 2.x before 2.0.2.0 allows local users to write to arbitrary files or gain privileges via a symlink attack on (1) /opt/.lxc-attach-script, (2) the archived container in the archive_path directory, or the (3) lxc-attach-script.log or (4) lxc-attach-script.err files in the temporary directory.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the targeted user.

CVSS V3 rated as High - 7.8 severity.

CVSS V2 rated as High - 7.2 severity.

Solution

Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-rh6x-qvg7-rrmj for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.

Vendor References

GHSA-rh6x-qvg7-rrmj - github.com/advisories/GHSA-rh6x-qvg7-rrmj

CVEs related to QID 980882

CVE-2016-3096 |

Software Advisories

Advisory ID	Software	Component	Link
GHSA-rh6x-qvg7-rrmj	ansible		github.com/advisories/GHSA-rh6x-qvg7-rrmj

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