Vulnerability identifier: #VU52221

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-3035

CWE-ID: CWE-502

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Checkov
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: Bridgecrew

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure input validation when processing a malicious terraform file. A remote attacker can pass specially crafted file to the application and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Checkov: 2.0.0 - 2.0.25

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External links
http://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2021-3035

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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