CVE-2024-12867 in Arctic Hub
Summary
by MITRE • 12/20/2024
Server-Side Request Forgery in URL Mapper in Arctic Security's Arctic Hub versions 3.0.1764-5.6.1877 allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to exfiltrate and modify configurations and data.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/20/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-12867 represents a critical server-side request forgery flaw within the URL Mapper component of Arctic Security's Arctic Hub platform. This issue affects versions ranging from 3.0.1764 through 5.6.1877, creating a significant attack surface that enables unauthorized remote exploitation. The flaw resides in how the system processes URL mappings, allowing malicious actors to manipulate internal network requests through crafted external inputs. Such vulnerabilities typically fall under CWE-918, which specifically addresses server-side request forgery conditions where applications fail to properly validate and sanitize external inputs before using them in internal requests.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability enables attackers to leverage the URL Mapper functionality to make unauthorized requests to internal systems that should otherwise be protected from external access. An unauthenticated attacker can construct malicious URLs that trigger the application to forward requests to internal services, potentially exposing sensitive configuration data and allowing for data modification operations. This type of attack vector represents a sophisticated exploitation technique that bypasses traditional network segmentation controls by leveraging legitimate application functionality to access internal resources.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exfiltration, as it provides attackers with the capability to modify system configurations and potentially compromise the integrity of the entire Arctic Hub platform. Attackers could potentially manipulate internal system settings, access restricted administrative functions, or even escalate privileges within the affected environment. The lack of authentication requirements for exploitation makes this particularly dangerous as it eliminates the need for credential compromise or other access vectors. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190, which describes server-side request forgery attacks, and could facilitate subsequent attacks through techniques like credential dumping or privilege escalation.
Organizations utilizing affected Arctic Hub versions should immediately implement mitigations including input validation controls, network segmentation measures, and comprehensive monitoring of URL mapping activities. The implementation of strict access controls and the removal of unnecessary internal service exposure through the URL Mapper component would significantly reduce the attack surface. Additionally, regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities within the application architecture. Security teams should also consider implementing web application firewalls to detect and block suspicious URL patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of proper input sanitization and the need for comprehensive security testing of application components that handle external inputs.