CVE-2025-6000
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-08-01
Last updated on: 2025-08-13
Assigner: HashiCorp Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| hashicorp | vault | From 0.8.0 (inc) to 1.16.23 (exc) |
| hashicorp | vault | From 0.8.0 (inc) to 1.20.1 (exc) |
| hashicorp | vault | From 1.17.0 (inc) to 1.18.12 (exc) |
| hashicorp | vault | From 1.19.0 (inc) to 1.19.7 (exc) |
| hashicorp | vault | 1.20.0 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-94 | The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability allows a privileged Vault operator within the root namespace who has write permission to {{sys/audit}} to execute arbitrary code on the underlying host if a plugin directory is configured in Vault. Essentially, it enables code execution by an authorized user with specific permissions due to improper handling of plugin directories.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to full compromise of the underlying host system by allowing a privileged Vault operator to execute arbitrary code. This can result in unauthorized access, data breaches, disruption of services, and potential control over the entire system where Vault is running.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, immediately upgrade Vault to one of the fixed versions: Vault Community Edition 1.20.1 or Vault Enterprise versions 1.20.1, 1.19.7, 1.18.12, or 1.16.23. Additionally, review and restrict privileged Vault operator permissions, especially write access to {{sys/audit}}, and verify that no untrusted plugin directories are configured in Vault.