CVE-2023-4782
CVE-2023-4782 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Hashicorp Terraform with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3. 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-22.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.3)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (17th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Hashicorp Terraform
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- Last modified:
Description
Terraform version 1.0.8 through 1.5.6 allows arbitrary file write during the `init` operation if run on maliciously crafted Terraform configuration. This vulnerability is fixed in Terraform 1.5.7.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-4782?
- Terraform version 1.0.8 through 1.5.6 allows arbitrary file write during the `init` operation if run on maliciously crafted Terraform configuration. This vulnerability is fixed in Terraform 1.5.7.
- How severe is CVE-2023-4782?
- CVE-2023-4782 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity high, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2023-4782 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (17th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-4782?
- CVE-2023-4782 affects Hashicorp Terraform. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-4782?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2023-4782 published?
- CVE-2023-4782 was published on 2023-09-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:hashicorp:terraform:*:*:*:*:*:-:*:*
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