CVE-2014-6043 in EventLog Analyzer
Summary
by MITRE
ZOHO ManageEngine EventLog Analyzer 9.0 build 9002 and 8.2 build 8020 does not properly restrict access to the database browser, which allows remote authenticated users to obtain access to the database via a direct request to event/runQuery.do.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/13/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-6043 affects ZOHO ManageEngine EventLog Analyzer versions 9.0 build 9002 and 8.2 build 8020, representing a critical access control flaw that undermines the security posture of organizations relying on this log management solution. This issue stems from inadequate authorization mechanisms within the application's database browser functionality, creating a pathway for malicious actors to bypass normal access restrictions and directly interact with the underlying database system.
The technical flaw manifests through a specific weakness in the application's request handling process where the event/runQuery.do endpoint fails to properly validate user permissions before executing database queries. This allows authenticated users to construct and submit direct requests that circumvent the intended access controls, effectively granting them unauthorized database access. The vulnerability operates at the application layer and can be exploited through network-based attacks without requiring elevated privileges beyond basic authentication credentials.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability poses significant risks to organizations utilizing ManageEngine EventLog Analyzer for security monitoring and log management. Remote authenticated attackers can extract sensitive data from the database, potentially accessing confidential logs, user information, system configurations, and other critical data that should remain protected. The exposure extends beyond simple data theft to include potential data manipulation or deletion, compromising the integrity and availability of the logging infrastructure. This weakness directly violates the principle of least privilege and can lead to comprehensive system compromise when combined with other vulnerabilities.
The vulnerability aligns with CWE-285, which addresses improper authorization issues in software systems, and can be mapped to ATT&CK technique T1078 for valid accounts and T1046 for network service scanning. Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including applying the vendor-provided patches, restricting network access to the affected application, implementing additional authentication layers, and monitoring for suspicious database access patterns. Network segmentation and firewall rules should be configured to limit access to the EventLog Analyzer application to trusted administrative networks only. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar authorization flaws in other enterprise applications, particularly those handling sensitive operational data. The incident highlights the importance of proper input validation and access control implementation in web applications, emphasizing that authentication alone is insufficient without proper authorization checks at each access point.