CVE-2024-30135 in DRYiCE AEX
Summary
by MITRE • 06/28/2024
HCL DRYiCE AEX is potentially impacted by disclosure of sensitive information in the mobile application when a snapshot is taken.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/30/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-30135 affects HCL DRYiCE AEX mobile applications where sensitive information disclosure occurs during snapshot operations. This issue represents a critical security flaw that could expose confidential data to unauthorized parties through mobile application mechanisms. The vulnerability manifests when the application captures snapshots of its operational state, inadvertently including sensitive information within these snapshots. Such disclosures can occur in various forms including user credentials, session tokens, personal data, or other confidential information that should remain protected during application operations. The flaw exists within the mobile application's snapshot functionality, which is typically used for debugging, performance monitoring, or backup purposes but becomes a security risk when it inadvertently captures sensitive data.
This vulnerability aligns with CWE-200, which specifically addresses the disclosure of sensitive information to unauthorized actors. The technical implementation flaw occurs within the mobile application's data handling processes where snapshot mechanisms fail to properly sanitize or filter sensitive information before storing or transmitting snapshot data. The issue demonstrates poor input validation and output sanitization practices within the application's memory management and data persistence layers. Mobile applications often utilize snapshot capabilities for debugging purposes, but when these features are not properly secured, they can become attack vectors for information disclosure. The vulnerability is particularly concerning in mobile environments where applications may have elevated privileges and access to various user data sources.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exposure, potentially enabling attackers to gain unauthorized access to user accounts, personal information, or enterprise data. When snapshot operations capture sensitive information, it creates opportunities for attackers to retrieve this data through various attack vectors including malware installation, compromised device access, or network interception. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality aspect of the CIA triad and can lead to identity theft, financial fraud, or corporate espionage depending on the nature of the sensitive data captured in snapshots. Mobile device security is particularly critical as these devices often contain personal and corporate data that may not be adequately protected when snapshot mechanisms are improperly configured.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-30135 should focus on implementing robust data sanitization processes within the application's snapshot functionality. Organizations should ensure that all snapshot operations exclude sensitive information through proper data filtering mechanisms and access controls. The implementation of secure coding practices including input validation, output encoding, and proper data handling protocols can prevent unauthorized data exposure. Regular security testing and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in mobile application code. Additionally, organizations should consider implementing mobile application security frameworks that enforce data protection policies during snapshot operations. The mitigation approach should align with NIST SP 800-53 security controls and follow ATT&CK framework techniques related to credential access and data exposure. Device management policies should restrict snapshot capabilities and ensure proper encryption of stored data to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information.