CVE-2023-48865 in Reportico
Summary
by MITRE • 04/12/2024
An issue discovered in Reportico Till 8.1.0 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via execute_mode parameter of the URL.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/12/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-48865 affects Reportico versions up to 8.1.0 and represents a sensitive data exposure issue that stems from improper input validation within the execute_mode parameter of the application's URL interface. This flaw exists within the report generation framework where user-supplied parameters are not adequately sanitized or validated before being processed. The execute_mode parameter serves as a critical control mechanism that determines how reports are executed within the system, making it a prime target for exploitation by malicious actors seeking to access unauthorized information.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability resides in the application's parameter handling logic where the execute_mode value is directly passed to internal execution routines without proper validation or sanitization. This creates an opportunity for attackers to manipulate the parameter to access underlying system resources or data that should normally be restricted. The vulnerability can be exploited through simple URL manipulation where an attacker crafts malicious requests to probe the system's response to various execute_mode values. The flaw essentially allows for information disclosure through improper access control mechanisms that should prevent unauthorized data retrieval.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability compromises the confidentiality of sensitive information that may be accessible through the report generation system. Attackers can potentially extract database credentials, system configurations, or other confidential data that resides within the application's execution environment. The vulnerability affects organizations that rely on Reportico for business intelligence and reporting functions, particularly those handling sensitive corporate data, financial information, or personal identifiable information. The exposure extends beyond simple data theft to potential system compromise, as access to underlying system information could enable further exploitation techniques.
The vulnerability aligns with CWE-200, which addresses improper exposure of sensitive information, and represents a classic example of information disclosure through parameter manipulation. From an attack framework perspective, this issue maps to ATT&CK technique T1213.002 for data from information repositories and T1078.004 for valid accounts, as it may enable attackers to escalate privileges or access additional system resources. Organizations should immediately implement mitigations including input validation for all user-supplied parameters, implementing proper access controls for execute_mode functionality, and conducting thorough parameter sanitization before processing. Additionally, regular security updates and patches should be applied to ensure the system operates with the latest security hardening measures.
The remediation approach requires comprehensive parameter validation that ensures execute_mode values conform to predefined acceptable ranges or patterns, implementing proper authentication and authorization checks for report execution functions, and establishing logging mechanisms to detect anomalous parameter usage. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls to monitor and filter suspicious URL parameters, and conduct regular penetration testing to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of validating all user inputs and implementing defense-in-depth strategies to protect sensitive system information from unauthorized access.