Vulnerability identifier: #VU64838
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-532
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
cloud-init (Ubuntu package)
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system package or component
Vendor:
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to logged schema failures can include password hashes. A local user can read the log files and gain access to sensitive data.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
External links
http://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-5496-1
http://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2022-2084
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.