CVE-2017-7214 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2017-7214, a vulnerability in OpenStack Nova versions 13.x through 13.1.3, 14.x through 14.0.4, and 15.x through 15.0.1, potentially exposing confidential data like account passwords and authorization tokens. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures here.
A vulnerability was found in the exception_wrapper.py file within OpenStack Nova versions 13.x through 13.1.3, 14.x through 14.0.4, and 15.x through 15.0.1, potentially exposing confidential data like account passwords and authorization tokens.
Understanding CVE-2017-7214
This CVE involves a security issue in OpenStack Nova that could lead to the exposure of sensitive information.
What is CVE-2017-7214?
CVE-2017-7214 is a vulnerability in OpenStack Nova versions 13.x through 13.1.3, 14.x through 14.0.4, and 15.x through 15.0.1, where legacy notification exception contexts in ERROR level logs may contain confidential data.
The Impact of CVE-2017-7214
The vulnerability could potentially expose sensitive information such as account passwords and authorization tokens, posing a risk to data confidentiality.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-7214
This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The issue resides in the manner in which legacy notification exception contexts are displayed in ERROR level logs within OpenStack Nova versions specified.
Affected Systems and Versions
- OpenStack Nova versions 13.x through 13.1.3
- OpenStack Nova versions 14.x through 14.0.4
- OpenStack Nova versions 15.x through 15.0.1
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability could be exploited by accessing the ERROR level logs containing legacy notification exception contexts to extract sensitive data.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2017-7214 is crucial to maintaining data security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Monitor and restrict access to ERROR level logs containing sensitive information.
- Implement access controls to limit exposure of confidential data.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update OpenStack Nova to patched versions.
- Conduct security audits to identify and address similar vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Apply patches provided by OpenStack Nova to address the vulnerability and enhance system security.