CVE-2021-3457

smart_proxy_shellhooks: unauthorized users can execute actions that should be reserved for foreman

Published May 12, 2021 CVSS 3.1 · 6.1 Medium EPSS < 1% KEV · Not listed
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.

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EUVD EUVD EUVD-2021-26780 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.
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Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
redhat
Published
Updated
Aug 3, 2024, 4:53 PM
Reserved
Mar 22, 2021, 12:00 AM
Status
Modified
Published
May 12, 2021, 3:15 PM
Modified
Jun 17, 2026, 4:05 AM
Severity
Moderate
Public date
Mar 30, 2021, 10:00 AM