File Exposure Vulnerability in Apache Ambari by Apache
CVE-2016-0731

4.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Apache
Status
Ambari
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 May 2016

Summary

The File Browser View component of Apache Ambari prior to version 2.2.1 presents a serious security flaw, allowing remote authenticated administrators to exploit the WebHDFS URL configuration. This vulnerability enables the unauthorized reading of arbitrary files through the use of a file: URL, potentially leading to the exposure of sensitive data and compromising system integrity. This issue emphasizes the need for timely upgrades to the latest versions to ensure security and mitigate risks associated with unauthorized file access.

References

https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/AMBARI-14780
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https://docs.hortonworks.com/HDPDocuments/Ambari-2.2.1.0/...
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https://cwiki.apache.org/confluence/display/AMBARI/Ambari...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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