CVE-2024-37232 in Hercules Core Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 11/01/2024
Missing Authorization vulnerability in Hercules Design Hercules Core allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Hercules Core: from n/a through 6.5.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/01/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-37232 represents a critical missing authorization flaw within the Hercules Design Hercules Core platform, specifically targeting the access control security configuration. This vulnerability exists in versions ranging from the initial release through version 6.5, indicating a persistent issue that has not been adequately addressed across the product lifecycle. The affected system operates under incorrect access control security levels, creating potential pathways for unauthorized entities to gain access to protected resources or functionality that should be restricted to authorized users only.
This technical flaw falls under the category of improper access control mechanisms, which aligns with CWE-285, a weakness that occurs when an application does not properly enforce access control policies. The vulnerability manifests as an incorrectly configured access control security level that allows unauthorized access to sensitive components within the Hercules Core system. The root cause appears to stem from inadequate authorization checks that should validate user credentials and privileges before granting access to specific resources or operations within the platform.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as it creates potential for privilege escalation and data compromise within the Hercules Core environment. Attackers exploiting this flaw could potentially manipulate system configurations, access restricted data, or perform administrative functions without proper authentication. The scope of potential damage increases significantly given that the vulnerability affects the core functionality of the platform, suggesting that fundamental security controls may be bypassed across multiple system components.
Security professionals should consider this vulnerability in relation to the MITRE ATT&CK framework, particularly under the privilege escalation and defense evasion techniques where insufficient access control can enable attackers to maintain persistent access and avoid detection. The affected Hercules Core platform likely implements access control mechanisms that should enforce proper authorization checks at multiple levels including user authentication, role-based access control, and resource access validation. However, the missing authorization component suggests that these controls are either absent or improperly configured, creating exploitable gaps in the security architecture.
Mitigation strategies should prioritize immediate implementation of proper access control measures, including comprehensive authorization validation at all system entry points, regular access control configuration reviews, and enforcement of principle of least privilege principles. Organizations should conduct thorough security assessments to identify all potential access control gaps within the Hercules Core platform and ensure that proper authentication mechanisms are implemented before any unauthorized access can occur. Additionally, regular security updates and patches should be applied to address known vulnerabilities and prevent exploitation attempts that could leverage this missing authorization flaw.