Vulnerability in elog Logging Software Affects Data Integrity
CVE-2016-6342

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Fedoraproject

Status
Fedora
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 June 2017

What is CVE-2016-6342?

The elog logging software version 3.1.1 contains a significant security flaw that permits remote attackers to post entries under any chosen username within the logbook. This vulnerability can be exploited to manipulate logging data, potentially compromising the integrity of records and leading to a misrepresentation of logged information. It highlights the necessity for robust input validation mechanisms to safeguard against unauthorized modifications.

References

https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-ann...
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https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1371328
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2016-6342 : Vulnerability in elog Logging Software Affects Data Integrity