QID 982271

QID 982271: Python (pip) Security Update for ansible (GHSA-r6h7-5pq2-j77h)

A flaw was found in the use of insufficiently random values in Ansible. Two random password lookups of the same length generate the equal value as the template caching action for the same file since no re-evaluation happens. The highest threat from this vulnerability would be that all passwords are exposed at once for the file. This flaw affects Ansible Engine versions before 2.9.6.

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

  • CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 5.5 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Low - 2.1 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-r6h7-5pq2-j77h for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 982271

    CVE-2020-10729 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-r6h7-5pq2-j77h ansible URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-r6h7-5pq2-j77h
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