CVE-2013-2013: python-keystoneclient unsecure user password update
Summary
CVE-2013-2013: python-keystoneclient unsecure user password update. Affects python-keystoneclient versions < 0.2.4. Fixed in 0.2.4. How to fix ↓
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- python-keystoneclient · Debian:11
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Background
python-keystoneclient is a Python library that provides a client API for the OpenStack Identity service, also known as Keystone. It allows users to authenticate and interact with the Keystone service. The vulnerability in python-keystoneclient versions prior to 0.2.4 lies in the user-password-update command. This command accepts the new password in the --password argument, which can be exploited by local users to obtain sensitive information by listing the process.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in python-keystoneclient allows local users to gain access to sensitive information by exploiting the user-password-update command. By providing the new password in the --password argument, an attacker can retrieve the password by listing the process. This can lead to unauthorized access to user accounts and potential data breaches.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 6.0.0 as of 23 Oct 2026
pip install --upgrade "python-keystoneclient==6.0.0"Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
0.2.4
This is the first release that contains the fix.
pip install --upgrade "python-keystoneclient==0.2.4"Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The python-keystoneclient library prior to version 0.2.4 is vulnerable to an unsecure user password update. This can allow local users to obtain sensitive information and potentially lead to unauthorized access and data breaches. It is recommended to upgrade to version 0.2.4 or later to fix this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
python-keystoneclient is a Python library for interacting with the OpenStack Identity service, Keystone.
This vulnerability allows local users to obtain sensitive information, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data breaches.
Upgrade to python-keystoneclient version 0.2.4 or later.
No specific workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the GitHub advisory database: https://github.com/github/advisory-database/blob/main/advisories/github-reviewed/2022/05/GHSA-8q2m-pwxf-jc7g/GHSA-8q2m-pwxf-jc7g.json
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