Improper Password Masking in Python-oslo-utils
CVE-2022-0718
4.9MEDIUM
Summary
A vulnerability exists in python-oslo-utils that stems from improper parsing of passwords. When a password contains a double quote, the logging mechanism fails to mask parts of the password correctly in debug logs, resulting in the leakage of sensitive information. This could allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access to credentials exposed in log files, raising significant security concerns for applications relying on this utility.
Affected Version(s)
openstack/python-oslo.utils Affects all versions, Fixed in 4.10.1, 4.12.1.
References
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