CVE-2021-3457
First published: Fri Mar 19 2021(Updated: )
An improper authorization handling flaw was found in Foreman. The Shellhooks plugin for the smart-proxy allows Foreman clients to execute actions that should be limited to the Foreman Server. This flaw allows an authenticated local attacker to access and delete limited resources and also causes a denial of service on the Foreman server. The highest threat from this vulnerability is to integrity and system availability.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Theforeman Smart Proxy Shell Hooks | <0.9.2 | |
| redhat/smart_proxy_shellhooks | <0.9.2 | 0.9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-3457?
CVE-2021-3457 is an improper authorization handling flaw in Foreman.
What is the severity level of CVE-2021-3457?
The severity level of CVE-2021-3457 is medium.
Which software is affected by CVE-2021-3457?
Theforeman Smart Proxy Shell Hooks version up to 0.9.2 is affected by CVE-2021-3457.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-3457?
An authenticated local attacker can exploit CVE-2021-3457 to access and delete limited resources and cause denial of service.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-3457?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-3457 at this link: https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1940990
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