CVE-2019-19316

CVE-2019-19316 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hashicorp Terraform with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-319.

Key facts

Description

When using the Azure backend with a shared access signature (SAS), Terraform versions prior to 0.12.17 may transmit the token and state snapshot using cleartext HTTP.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-19316?
When using the Azure backend with a shared access signature (SAS), Terraform versions prior to 0.12.17 may transmit the token and state snapshot using cleartext HTTP.
How severe is CVE-2019-19316?
CVE-2019-19316 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2019-19316 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-19316?
CVE-2019-19316 affects Hashicorp Terraform. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-19316?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2019-19316 published?
CVE-2019-19316 was published on 2019-12-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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