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CVE-2017-15113: ovirt-engine before version 4.1.7.6 with log level set to DEBUG includes passwords in the log file without mas

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HIGH 7.2WATCHLISTUPGRADEDOWNGRADE

CVE-2017-15113 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting ovirt, virtualization. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

ovirt-engine before version 4.1.7.6 with log level set to DEBUG includes passwords in the log file without masking. Only administrators can change the log level and only administrators can access the logs. This presents a risk when debug-level logs are shared with vendors or other parties to troubleshoot issues.

Why this priority

  • High severity
  • On your watchlist

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score7.2 (High)
Attack vectorLocal
Attack complexityHigh
Privileges neededHigh
User interactionRequired
EPSS exploit chance1.1% (top 33%)
CISA exploited listNo
WeaknessCWE-212, CWE-532
Published2018-07-27
Last modified2026-06-17
Publisher (CNA): Red Hat, Inc. · Vendor: ovirt · redhat

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Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

ovirt ovirt UPGRADE
Affected: < 4.1.7.6
Fixed in: 4.1.7.6
Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release
1. Check installed version
apt-cache policy ovirt || rpm -q ovirt || ovirt --version
2. UPGRADE to 4.1.7.6 (Debian / Ubuntu)
sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade ovirt
2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
sudo dnf upgrade ovirt
Note
Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.
redhat virtualization DOWNGRADE
Affected: 4.1
Fixed in: no fixed release known
Safe to downgrade to: a release before 4.1
1. Check installed version
apt-cache policy virtualization || rpm -q virtualization || virtualization --version
2. No fixed release: DOWNGRADE to a release before 4.1 (Debian / Ubuntu)
apt-cache madison virtualization sudo apt install virtualization=<VERSION_BEFORE_4.1> sudo apt-mark hold virtualization
2. No fixed release: DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
dnf --showduplicates list virtualization sudo dnf downgrade virtualization-<VERSION_BEFORE_4.1> sudo dnf versionlock add virtualization
Downgrade risk
Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.
After downgrade
Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.
Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2017-15113?

ovirt: upgrade to 4.1.7.6; virtualization: downgrade or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2017-15113 being exploited?

CVE-2017-15113 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2017-15113 affect?

CVE-2017-15113 affects ovirt, virtualization. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). ovirt-engine before version 4.1.7.6 with log level set to DEBUG includes passwords in the log file without masking. Only administrators can change the log level and only administrators can access the logs. This presents a risk when debug-le

How urgent is CVE-2017-15113?

Priority 47/100. High severity; On your watchlist

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