CVE-2014-3563: Multiple Unspecified Vulnerabilities in Salt
Summary
CVE-2014-3563: Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in Salt (aka SaltStack) before 2014.1.10 allow local users to have an unspecified impact via vectors related to temporary file creation in (1) seed.py, (2) salt-ssh, or (3) salt-cloud... Affects salt versions < 2014.1.10. Fixed in 2014.1.10. How to fix ↓
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Background
Salt (aka SaltStack) is an open-source software used for remote execution and configuration management. It provides a scalable and flexible platform for managing and controlling a large number of servers. Salt allows administrators to automate tasks, deploy applications, and manage infrastructure. However, prior to version 2014.1.10, Salt was susceptible to multiple unspecified vulnerabilities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerabilities in Salt (before version 2014.1.10) were related to temporary file creation in various components of the software. These vulnerabilities could be exploited by local users to have an unspecified impact. The exact details of the vulnerabilities have not been disclosed, but they could potentially lead to unauthorized access, privilege escalation, or other security breaches.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 3008.3.0 as of 22 Oct 2026
pip install --upgrade "salt==3008.3.0"Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
2014.1.10
This is the first release that contains the fix.
pip install --upgrade "salt==2014.1.10"Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
As the exact details of the vulnerabilities have not been disclosed, there are no specific workarounds provided. However, it is generally recommended to follow security best practices such as restricting access to sensitive files and directories, implementing proper user permissions, and regularly updating the software to mitigate potential security risks.
Conclusion
In conclusion, multiple unspecified vulnerabilities were discovered in Salt (SaltStack) before version 2014.1.10. These vulnerabilities could be exploited by local users to have an unspecified impact. To mitigate these vulnerabilities, it is crucial to upgrade Salt to version 2014.1.10 or later. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, you can reach out to DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Salt (SaltStack) is an open-source software used for remote execution and configuration management. It provides a scalable and flexible platform for managing and controlling a large number of servers.
The exact impacts of these vulnerabilities have not been disclosed, but they could potentially lead to unauthorized access, privilege escalation, or other security breaches.
To fix these vulnerabilities, it is recommended to upgrade Salt to version 2014.1.10 or later. This version includes the necessary patches and security fixes to address the unspecified vulnerabilities.
As the exact details of the vulnerabilities have not been disclosed, there are no specific workarounds provided. However, following security best practices such as restricting access to sensitive files and regularly updating the software can help mitigate potential risks.
For more information about these vulnerabilities, you can refer to the official advisory database for Salt at the following source: https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/blob/main/vulns/salt/PYSEC-2014-18.yaml
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