Description
A flaw was found in Ansible Tower, versions 3.6.x before 3.6.2, where files in '/var/backup/tower' are left world-readable. These files include both the SECRET_KEY and the database backup. Any user with access to the Tower server, and knowledge of when a backup is run, could retrieve every credential stored in Tower. Access to data is the highest threat with this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected | Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|
| RedHat | Tower | all ansible_tower versions 3.6.x before 3.6.2 | — |
Advisories 1
- WID-SEC-2026-1810 Ansible Tower: Mehrere Schwachstellen BSI CERT-Bund (WID) · Jun 7, 2026