github.com/khulnasoft-lab/defsec@v1.0.5-0.20230827010352-5e9f46893d95/avd_docs/aws/iam/AVD-AWS-0342/docs.md (about)

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     2  In iam:PassRole the service carrying out the actions is "provided" a role by the calling principal and implicitly takes on that role to carry out the actions (instead of executing sts:AssumeRole).
     3         The privileges attached to the role are distinct from those of the primary ordering the action and may even be larger and can cause security issues.
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     6  ### Impact
     7  Compromise on security of aws resources.
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    12  ### Links
    13  - https://docs.aws.amazon.com/IAM/latest/UserGuide/id_roles_use_passrole.html
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