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CVE-2014-0134

3.5 · LOW

The instance rescue mode in OpenStack Compute (Nova) 2013.2 before 2013.2.3 and Icehouse before 2014.1, when using libvirt to spawn images and use_cow_images is set to false, allows remote authenti…

Published May 8, 2014openstackCWE-200EPSS 1.49%

Overview

CVE-2014-0134 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting openstack compute. It was published on May 8, 2014 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.5 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.5, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

The instance rescue mode in OpenStack Compute (Nova) 2013.2 before 2013.2.3 and Icehouse before 2014.1, when using libvirt to spawn images and use_cow_images is set to false, allows remote authenticated users to read certain compute host files by overwriting an instance disk with a crafted image.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from openstack. Update compute to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-0134?

CVE-2014-0134 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting openstack compute. It was published on May 8, 2014 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.5 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2014-0134?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.5, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2014-0134?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from openstack. Update compute to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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