Insecure Temporary File in gradle - CVE-2021-29429
Published: May 20, 2022 / Updated: May 20, 2022
Vulnerability identifier: #VU63478
CSH Severity: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2021-29429
CWE-ID: CWE-377
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
gradle
gradle
Software vendor:
Gradle
Gradle
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to remote files accessed through TextResourceFactory being downloaded into the system temporary directory first. A local user with access to the system can view contents of files and gain access to sensitive information.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.