CVE-2021-32039 is a vulnerability in MongoDB
Published on January 20, 2022
MongoDB Extension for VS Code may unexpectedly store credentials locally in clear text
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
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2021-32039 can be exploited with local system access, and requires small amount of user privileges. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a high impact on confidentiality, with no impact on integrity and availability.
Weakness Type
Insufficiently Protected Credentials
The product transmits or stores authentication credentials, but it uses an insecure method that is susceptible to unauthorized interception and/or retrieval.
Products Associated with CVE-2021-32039
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Affected Versions
MongoDB Inc. MongoDB for VS Code:- Version MongoDB for VS Code, <= 0.7.0 is affected.
- Version - is affected.
Exploit Probability
EPSS (Exploit Prediction Scoring System) scores estimate the probability that a vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. The percentile shows you how this score compares to all other vulnerabilities.