CVE-2021-3457: theforeman smart_proxy_shell_hooks Incorrect Authorization

Vulnerability summary

CVE-2021-3457 is a medium (CVSS 6.1) Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in theforeman smart_proxy_shell_hooks. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, higher than 14.4% of scored vulnerabilities.

Timeline

1. 12-05-2021
   PublishedVulnerability first disclosed.
2. 03-08-2024
   Last modifiedVulnerability information updated.

Description

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.

• CWE-863Incorrect AuthorizationThe product performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check.