CVE-2024-3774 in a+HRD
Summary
by MITRE • 04/15/2024
aEnrich Technology a+HRD's functionality for front-end retrieval of system configuration values lacks proper restrictions on a specific parameter, allowing attackers to modify this parameter to access certain sensitive system configuration values.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/17/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-3774 resides within aEnrich Technology's a+HRD platform, specifically targeting the front-end retrieval mechanism for system configuration values. This issue represents a critical access control flaw that undermines the security boundaries of the application's configuration management system. The vulnerability manifests when the application fails to properly validate or restrict a specific parameter used in the configuration retrieval process, creating an avenue for unauthorized access to sensitive system parameters that should remain protected.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and parameter sanitization within the front-end component responsible for fetching system configuration data. Attackers can manipulate the targeted parameter to bypass normal access controls and retrieve configuration values that are typically restricted to authorized administrative users or system processes. This flaw directly relates to CWE-284 which addresses improper access control mechanisms, and may also align with CWE-20 for improper input validation. The vulnerability operates at the application layer and can be exploited through web-based attack vectors, potentially allowing attackers to gain insights into system architecture, database connection strings, API keys, or other sensitive configuration elements that could facilitate further exploitation.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple information disclosure, as it provides attackers with critical system intelligence that could enable more sophisticated attacks. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability could potentially map the entire system configuration landscape, identify weak points in the infrastructure, and develop targeted attacks against other system components. This access could lead to privilege escalation opportunities, data exfiltration, or even system compromise if the retrieved configuration values include authentication credentials or cryptographic keys. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality and integrity of the system configuration data, potentially violating security standards such as those outlined in the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and ISO/IEC 27001.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-3774 should focus on implementing robust input validation and parameter restriction mechanisms within the front-end configuration retrieval system. Organizations should enforce strict access control policies that ensure only authorized users can access sensitive configuration values through proper authentication and authorization checks. The implementation of proper parameter validation, including input sanitization and length restrictions, should be enforced at multiple layers of the application architecture. Security measures should also include logging and monitoring of configuration access attempts to detect anomalous behavior that might indicate exploitation attempts. Additionally, organizations should conduct comprehensive security testing including penetration testing and code reviews to identify similar parameter manipulation vulnerabilities within their application codebase, particularly focusing on areas where system configuration values are exposed through web interfaces. The remediation process should align with ATT&CK technique T1566 which covers social engineering and credential access methods, as this vulnerability could be exploited as part of broader attack chains targeting system configuration data.