CVE-2022-2084

sensitive data exposure in cloud-init logs

Description

Sensitive data could be exposed in world readable logs of cloud-init before version 22.3 when schema failures are reported. This leak could include hashed passwords.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory ubuntu.com
Affected: Canonical Ltd. cloud-init
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/canonical/cloud-init/commit/4d467b14363d800b2185b89790d57871f11ea88c patch
https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-5496-1 vendor advisory broken link

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-2084?
CVE-2022-2084 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-2084?
To fix CVE-2022-2084, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-2084 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-2084 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-2084?
CVE-2022-2084 affects Canonical Ltd. cloud-init.
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