CVE-2020-16251
HIGHCVSS 8.2/10EPSS 3.08%
Last modified
CVE-2020-16251 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.2/10 on the CVSS scale. HashiCorp Vault and Vault Enterprise versions 0.8.3 and newer, when configured with the GCP GCE auth method, may be vulnerable to authentication bypass. Fixed in 1.2.5, 1.3.8, 1.4.4, and 1.5.1.. EPSS estimates a 3.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
HashiCorp Vault and Vault Enterprise versions 0.8.3 and newer, when configured with the GCP GCE auth method, may be vulnerable to authentication bypass. Fixed in 1.2.5, 1.3.8, 1.4.4, and 1.5.1.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hashicorp | Vault | >= 0.8.3, < 1.2.5 |
| Hashicorp | Vault | >= 1.3.0, < 1.3.8 |
| Hashicorp | Vault | >= 1.4.0, < 1.4.4 |
| Hashicorp | Vault | >= 1.5.0, < 1.5.1 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159479/Hashicorp-Vault-GCP-IAM-Integration-Authentication-Bypass.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/hashicorp/vault/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md#151Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.hashicorp.com/blog/category/vault/Product, Vendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159479/Hashicorp-Vault-GCP-IAM-Integration-Authentication-Bypass.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/hashicorp/vault/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md#151Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.hashicorp.com/blog/category/vault/Product, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-16251?
HashiCorp Vault and Vault Enterprise versions 0.8.3 and newer, when configured with the GCP GCE auth method, may be vulnerable to authentication bypass. Fixed in 1.2.5, 1.3.8, 1.4.4, and 1.5.1.
How severe is CVE-2020-16251?
CVE-2020-16251 has a CVSS score of 8.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16251?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-16251?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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