CVE-2019-19316: Input Validation

Published Dec 2, 2019
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Updated

When using the Azure backend with a shared access signature (SAS), Terraform versions prior to 0.12.17 may transmit the token and state snapshot using cleartext HTTP.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
go/github.com/hashicorp/terraform<0.12.17
0.12.17
Terraform<0.12.17

Event History

Dec 2, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:50 PM
Description
May 18, 2021
Advisory Published
06:18 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-19316?

The severity of CVE-2019-19316 is high (7.5).

2

How does CVE-2019-19316 affect Terraform versions?

CVE-2019-19316 affects Terraform versions prior to 0.12.17.

3

What is the vulnerability description of CVE-2019-19316?

CVE-2019-19316 allows the transmission of the token and state snapshot using cleartext HTTP when using the Azure backend with a shared access signature (SAS).

4

How can I remediate CVE-2019-19316?

To remediate CVE-2019-19316, upgrade Terraform to version 0.12.17 or above.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2019-19316?

Yes, you can find references for CVE-2019-19316 at: [GitHub Advisory](https://github.com/hashicorp/terraform/security/advisories/GHSA-4rvg-555h-r626), [NVD](https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-19316), [GitHub Issue](https://github.com/hashicorp/terraform/issues/23493).

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