CVE-2017-12167 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

In EAP 7, prior to version 7.0.9, a security vulnerability was discovered that allowed all users logged into the system to access user and role information due to misconfigured files.

Understanding CVE-2017-12167

This CVE record details a security vulnerability in Red Hat's EAP 7 product.

What is CVE-2017-12167?

The vulnerability in EAP 7, before version 7.0.9, allowed unauthorized users to access sensitive user and role information due to misconfigured files.

The Impact of CVE-2017-12167

The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to user and role information by all users logged into the system, potentially compromising confidentiality.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-12167

This section provides technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The properties-based files in the management and application realm configuration were set as world-readable, enabling all users to access user to role mapping information.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: EAP-7
Vendor: Red Hat
Versions Affected: 7.0.9

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: None
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: None
Availability Impact: None

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2017-12167 with these strategies.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade to version 7.0.9 or later of EAP 7 to mitigate the vulnerability.
Restrict access to sensitive files and directories to authorized users only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update file permissions to ensure sensitive information is not exposed.
Implement least privilege access controls to limit user access to only necessary resources.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Red Hat to address vulnerabilities like CVE-2017-12167.