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CVE-2014-8170: ovirt_safe_delete_config in ovirtfunctions.py and other unspecified locations in ovirt-node 3.0.0-474-gb852...

ovirt_safe_delete_config in ovirtfunctions.py and other unspecified locations in ovirt-node 3.0.0-474-gb852fd7 as packaged in Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization 3 do not properly quote input strings, which allows remote authenticated users and physically proximate attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a ; (semicolon) in an input string.

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Plain-English summary

This is a command-injection flaw in a legacy oVirt Node component packaged with Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization 3. An authenticated remote user, or someone with physical proximity, could use specially formed input to run commands. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, a named fixed version, or evidence of active exploitation.

Executive priority

Treat as high priority if RHEV 3 or affected oVirt Node systems remain in service. The main business risk is command execution on virtualization infrastructure, but urgency depends on whether legacy nodes are still deployed and accessible.

Technical view

CVE-2014-8170 describes improper quoting of input strings in ovirt_safe_delete_config within ovirtfunctions.py and unspecified other ovirt-node locations. The cited affected build is ovirt-node 3.0.0-474-gb852fd7 as packaged in Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization 3. Semicolon-containing input can lead to arbitrary command execution by authenticated remote or physically proximate attackers.

Likely exposure

Exposure is likely limited to environments still running Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization 3 with the cited ovirt-node build or related vulnerable packaging. Internet-scale exposure is not established by the bundle; the attack path requires authentication or physical proximity.

Exploitation context

The source bundle does not show KEV listing or active exploitation. The described prerequisite is authenticated remote access or physical proximity, which lowers broad opportunistic risk but remains serious for virtualization management environments.

Researcher notes

Evidence is sparse: no CVSS, CWE, patch version, or full affected-product matrix is included. The phrase “other unspecified locations” means code review should not stop at ovirt_safe_delete_config. Avoid assuming unauthenticated or internet-exploitable behavior from the provided record.

Mitigation direction

  • Inventory Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization 3 and ovirt-node deployments.
  • Check Red Hat and oVirt guidance for fixed packages or supported upgrade paths.
  • Restrict authenticated access to virtualization management interfaces.
  • Limit physical console access to trusted administrators only.
  • Prioritize retirement or isolation of unsupported legacy virtualization nodes.

Validation and detection

  • Confirm installed ovirt-node package versions on RHEV 3 systems.
  • Review ovirtfunctions.py for the vulnerable ovirt_safe_delete_config implementation.
  • Check Red Hat Bugzilla and vendor advisories for remediation status.
  • Verify management interfaces are reachable only from approved admin networks.
  • Review logs for unexpected command execution around virtualization nodes.
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