CVE-2024-40583 in CuroVMS
Summary
by MITRE • 12/09/2024
Pentaminds CuroVMS v2.0.1 was discovered to contain exposed credentials.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/17/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-40583 affects Pentaminds CuroVMS version 2.0.1, a video management system that has been found to contain exposed credentials within its configuration files. This represents a critical security flaw that could allow unauthorized access to the system and its associated video surveillance infrastructure. The exposure of credentials within the application configuration suggests that sensitive authentication information has been inadvertently made accessible to unauthorized parties, potentially compromising the entire security posture of the video management system. Such exposure typically occurs when developers or administrators fail to properly secure sensitive information during the development or deployment process, leaving authentication tokens, passwords, or API keys accessible within the application's codebase or configuration files.
This vulnerability aligns with CWE-798, which specifically addresses the use of hard-coded credentials in software applications, and represents a direct violation of secure coding practices that should prevent such sensitive information from being embedded within source code or configuration files. The exposed credentials could potentially provide attackers with access to video feeds, system administration interfaces, or integration points with other security systems, creating a significant attack surface that could be exploited for surveillance, data exfiltration, or further lateral movement within a network environment. The impact is particularly concerning given that video management systems often handle sensitive security information and may be integrated with other critical infrastructure components.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple credential exposure, as it could enable attackers to manipulate video recordings, access system configuration settings, or even disable security features entirely. Attackers could potentially use these credentials to gain persistent access to the video management system, allowing them to monitor activities, modify footage, or create backdoors for future access. The exposure could also affect other systems that rely on CuroVMS for integration, potentially leading to broader security breaches within the organization's infrastructure. This vulnerability particularly impacts organizations that depend on video surveillance for security monitoring, as it directly compromises the integrity and confidentiality of their security infrastructure.
Organizations using Pentaminds CuroVMS v2.0.1 should immediately implement comprehensive remediation measures including credential rotation, thorough code review to identify and remove any exposed credentials, and deployment of updated system versions that address this vulnerability. The implementation should follow ATT&CK technique T1566, which involves credential access through the exploitation of exposed credentials in configuration files, emphasizing the need for proper credential management and secure configuration practices. System administrators should also conduct comprehensive security assessments to identify any potential compromise and ensure that all exposed credentials are properly secured through proper access controls, encryption, and secure credential management systems. Regular security audits and penetration testing should be implemented to prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in the future, ensuring that sensitive information is properly protected throughout the application lifecycle.