CVE-2021-32039

MongoDB Extension for VS Code may unexpectedly store credentials locally in clear text

Description

Users with appropriate file access may be able to access unencrypted user credentials saved by MongoDB Extension for VS Code in a binary file. These credentials may be used by malicious attackers to perform unauthorized actions. This vulnerability affects all MongoDB Extension for VS Code including and prior to version 0.7.0

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.14%
Vendor Advisory mongodb.org
Affected: MongoDB Inc. MongoDB for VS Code
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/mongodb-js/vscode/releases/tag/v0.8.0 third party advisory release notes
https://jira.mongodb.org/browse/VSCODE-313 issue tracking vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-32039?
CVE-2021-32039 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-32039?
To fix CVE-2021-32039, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-32039 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-32039 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-32039?
CVE-2021-32039 affects MongoDB Inc. MongoDB for VS Code.
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