PatchTheCVECVE-2020-14019: Open-iSCSI rtslib-fb through 2.1.72 has weak permissions for /etc/target/saveconfig.json because shutil.copyfi
CVE-2020-14019 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting rtslib-fb. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Open-iSCSI rtslib-fb through 2.1.72 has weak permissions for /etc/target/saveconfig.json because shutil.copyfile (instead of shutil.copy) is used, and thus permissions are not preserved.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 72%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-276 |
| Published | 2020-06-19 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
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-2020-14019?
rtslib-fb: upgrade to newer than 2.1.72. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-14019 being exploited?
CVE-2020-14019 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-2020-14019 affect?
CVE-2020-14019 affects rtslib-fb. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Open-iSCSI rtslib-fb through 2.1.72 has weak permissions for /etc/target/saveconfig.json because shutil.copyfile (instead of shutil.copy) is used, and thus permissions are not preserved.
How urgent is CVE-2020-14019?
Priority 34/100. High severity