CVE-2007-0482 in Ray Server Software
Summary
by MITRE
cgi-bin/main in Sun Ray Server Software 2.0 and 3.0 before 20070123 allows local users to obtain the utadmin password by reading a web server s log file, or by conducting a different, unspecified local attack.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/25/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-0482 resides within the Sun Ray Server Software versions 2.0 and 3.0 prior to the 20070123 patch release, specifically affecting the cgi-bin/main component. This security flaw represents a critical information disclosure vulnerability that compromises the confidentiality of administrative credentials. The vulnerability stems from improper handling of sensitive data within the web server logging mechanisms, creating an avenue for local attackers to extract privileged authentication information.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through two primary attack vectors that leverage local system access. The first method involves direct file system access to web server log files where the utadmin password is inadvertently exposed through log entries containing sensitive authentication data. This represents a classic case of insecure logging practices where administrative credentials are written to log files without proper sanitization or access controls. The second attack vector involves unspecified local attacks that could potentially manipulate the application's behavior to disclose the administrative password through alternative means.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability creates a severe risk to Sun Ray Server environments as it allows local attackers to escalate privileges and gain administrative control over the system. The utadmin password serves as a critical administrative credential that provides full access to system management functions, making this vulnerability particularly dangerous. The fact that the attack requires only local access means that an attacker who has already compromised a user account or gained system access can easily escalate their privileges to administrative level without requiring additional authentication factors or network-based exploitation.
This vulnerability aligns with CWE-200, which addresses "Information Exposure," and specifically demonstrates poor access control mechanisms for sensitive data. The issue also relates to CWE-312, "Cleartext Storage of Sensitive Information," as administrative credentials are stored or logged in an unencrypted format. From the MITRE ATT&CK framework perspective, this vulnerability maps to T1566, "Phishing," and T1078, "Valid Accounts," as it enables an attacker to leverage legitimate administrative credentials to maintain persistent access to the system. The vulnerability also connects to T1528, "Steal Application Access Token," when considering the broader context of credential exposure.
The remediation strategy for this vulnerability requires immediate patching of the Sun Ray Server Software to version 20070123 or later, which addresses the improper logging of administrative credentials. Organizations should also implement comprehensive log file access controls to prevent unauthorized local users from accessing sensitive log information. Additionally, system administrators should conduct regular security audits of log file contents to identify and remediate any remaining instances of credential exposure. The implementation of proper access controls, regular security assessments, and network segmentation can help mitigate the risk of exploitation even if the primary patch is not immediately available. Organizations should also consider implementing monitoring solutions that can detect anomalous access patterns to log files or system directories that might indicate exploitation attempts.