IAM entities with access to update Lambda functions

Rating ⚠ - Medium

Description

Any entity that is capable of updating a Lambda function is capable of potentially executing code running as the Lambda function.

Vulnerability

Privilege escalation issues could occur if an unauthorised user is able to update a Lambda function.

Remediation

Update the user or role permissions, by adjusting group memberships, or by adjusting the policies attached to the users, groups or roles.

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