CVE-2016-5411 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 13 Jun 2017 Updated 6 Aug 2024

The Red Hat QuickStart Cloud Installer stores the root password in a world-readable file, allowing local attackers to gain root access.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2016-5411?

CVE-2016-5411 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 13 Jun 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

/var/lib/ovirt-engine/setup/engine-DC-config.py in Red Hat QuickStart Cloud Installer (QCI) before 1.0 GA is created world readable and contains the root password of the deployed system.

Weakness: CWE-255

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-5411?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Redhat Quickstart Cloud Installer.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5411?

No fix has been published for CVE-2016-5411 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2016-5411 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-5411 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-3qwq-p88c-9vwf.