CVE-2023-46653 in lambdatest-automation Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 10/25/2023
Jenkins lambdatest-automation Plugin 1.20.10 and earlier logs LAMBDATEST Credentials access token at the INFO level, potentially resulting in its exposure.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/16/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-46653 affects the lambdatest-automation plugin version 1.20.10 and earlier within the Jenkins continuous integration and delivery platform. This issue represents a critical security flaw that stems from improper logging practices within the plugin's credential handling mechanisms. The vulnerability exposes sensitive authentication tokens through log files at the INFO level, creating an avenue for unauthorized access to LambdaTest automation services that Jenkins integrates with for cross-browser testing capabilities.
The technical flaw manifests when the plugin processes LambdaTest credentials, specifically logging access tokens with insufficient sanitization or filtering mechanisms. This behavior violates fundamental security principles for credential management and demonstrates a lack of proper information classification within the logging framework. The logging at INFO level means that these tokens are written to log files that are typically accessible to system administrators and may be retained for extended periods, creating a persistent exposure window. According to CWE-532, this represents an information exposure through log data vulnerability where sensitive information is written to logs without adequate protection measures.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple credential exposure, as it enables potential attackers to gain unauthorized access to LambdaTest automation services that are commonly used for web application testing across multiple browsers and operating systems. Attackers who gain access to these log files can leverage the exposed tokens to perform automated testing operations, potentially leading to resource exhaustion, unauthorized code execution, or even data theft from testing environments. This vulnerability particularly affects organizations that rely heavily on automated testing pipelines and cloud-based testing services, as it undermines the security of their entire testing infrastructure. The attack surface is further expanded through potential lateral movement within the organization's network if these credentials are used across multiple systems or services.
Mitigation strategies should focus on immediate remediation through plugin version updates to 1.20.11 or later, which presumably address the logging issue. Organizations must implement comprehensive log management practices including log sanitization, credential filtering, and regular log access reviews. The principle of least privilege should be enforced to limit who can access sensitive log files, while implementing centralized logging solutions that can automatically filter out sensitive information before storage. According to ATT&CK technique T1567.002, this vulnerability aligns with credential access patterns where attackers exploit insecure logging to extract authentication information. Regular security audits of logging configurations and automated credential scanning tools should be deployed to prevent similar issues in other plugins or applications. Additionally, organizations should consider implementing environment-specific credential management solutions that do not rely on static tokens within log files, and establish clear policies for handling sensitive information in automated systems.