Improper access control in HashiCorp Terraform Enterprise

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU65308

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-40862

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions to the API endpoint and erroneous disclosure of a sensitive URL to authenticated parties. A remote user can bypass implemented security restrictions and escalate privileges within the application.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Terraform Enterprise: 201804-1 - 202112-1

External links

http://discuss.hashicorp.com/t/hcsec-2021-25-terraform-enterprise-configuration-versions-api-discloses-sensitive-url/29508

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.