SB2024022767 - SUSE update for Maintenance update for SUSE Manager 4.2: Server, Proxy and Retail Branch Server

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 3 secuirty vulnerabilities.

1) Incorrect default permissions (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8908)

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for files located in the temporary directory set by the Guava com.google.common.io.Files.createTempDir(). A local user with access to the system can view contents of files and directories or modify them.

2) Improper authorization (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-0860)

The vulnerability allows a remote user to bypass authorization process.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect processing of expired accounts when using PAM. A remote user with an expired account can still access the application.

3) Inclusion of Sensitive Information in Log Files (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-22644)

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to software stores sensitive information into log files. A local user can read the log files and gain access to sensitive data.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References

• https://www.suse.com/support/update/announcement/2023/suse-su-20231831-1/