CVE-2019-3430 in ZXCLOUD GoldenData VAP
Summary
by MITRE
All versions up to V4.01.01.02 of ZTE ZXCLOUD GoldenData VAP product have an information disclosure vulnerability. Attackers could use this vulnerability to collect data information and damage the system.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/24/2019
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2019-3430 affects ZTE ZXCLOUD GoldenData VAP products version 4.01.01.02 and earlier, representing a critical information disclosure flaw that compromises system security. This vulnerability exists within the product's authentication and authorization mechanisms, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive system data and configuration information. The affected system operates within enterprise data center environments where it manages critical infrastructure components and data processing operations, making the potential impact substantial for organizations relying on its services.
The technical flaw stems from inadequate input validation and insufficient access controls within the product's web interface and API endpoints. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability through carefully crafted requests that bypass normal authentication procedures, gaining access to administrative functions and sensitive data repositories. The vulnerability manifests as improper privilege enforcement where the system fails to properly validate user credentials and session tokens, enabling attackers to escalate privileges and access confidential information including user credentials, system configurations, and operational data. This weakness aligns with CWE-285, which addresses improper authorization in software systems, and represents a classic example of insufficient access control mechanisms.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exposure, as it creates opportunities for attackers to conduct further exploitation activities within the compromised environment. Once attackers gain unauthorized access, they can potentially modify system configurations, extract sensitive data, or establish persistent access points within the network infrastructure. The vulnerability affects organizations using ZTE's GoldenData VAP platform for enterprise data processing and management, where the exposure of system information could lead to complete system compromise and data breaches. This vulnerability particularly impacts the confidentiality and integrity aspects of the CIA triad, as it enables unauthorized data access and potential modification of system parameters.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including applying the latest firmware updates from ZTE, which address the authentication bypass and access control flaws. Network segmentation and monitoring should be enhanced to detect anomalous access patterns and unauthorized system inquiries. The implementation of strong access controls, including multi-factor authentication and regular credential rotation, can significantly reduce the attack surface. Security teams should conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments to identify any additional systems that might be running affected versions of the software. This vulnerability demonstrates the importance of maintaining up-to-date security patches and implementing robust access control measures in enterprise infrastructure systems. The incident highlights the necessity of continuous security monitoring and timely vulnerability remediation as outlined in cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53 and ISO 27001 standards. Organizations should also consider implementing network intrusion detection systems to monitor for exploitation attempts and maintain detailed audit logs to track access patterns and potential unauthorized activities within their systems.