QID 981124

QID 981124: Python (pip) Security Update for ansible (GHSA-cmwx-9m2h-x7v4)

A flaw was found in Ansible before version 2.2.0. The apt_key module does not properly verify key fingerprints, allowing remote adversary to create an OpenPGP key which matches the short key ID and inject this key instead of the correct key.

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

CVSS V3 rated as High - 7.5 severity.

CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 5 severity.

Solution

Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-cmwx-9m2h-x7v4 for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.

Vendor References

GHSA-cmwx-9m2h-x7v4 - github.com/advisories/GHSA-cmwx-9m2h-x7v4

CVEs related to QID 981124

CVE-2016-8614 |

Software Advisories

Advisory ID	Software	Component	Link
GHSA-cmwx-9m2h-x7v4	ansible		github.com/advisories/GHSA-cmwx-9m2h-x7v4

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