CVE-2024-49201 in Remote File Orchestrator
Summary
by MITRE • 12/18/2024
Keyfactor Remote File Orchestrator (aka remote-file-orchestrator) 2.8 before 2.8.1 allows Information Disclosure: sensitive information could be exposed at the debug logging level.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/21/2024
The Keyfactor Remote File Orchestrator version 2.8 prior to 2.8.1 contains a critical information disclosure vulnerability that manifests through debug logging mechanisms. This vulnerability allows unauthorized parties to access sensitive data that should remain protected within the system's operational environment. The flaw specifically affects the debug logging functionality where sensitive information is inadvertently exposed during system operations, creating potential security risks for organizations relying on this remote file orchestration platform.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate sanitization of debug log outputs within the remote file orchestrator component. When the system operates in debug mode, it fails to properly filter or obfuscate sensitive data elements such as authentication credentials, encryption keys, system configuration details, or other confidential information that may be processed or transmitted through the orchestration framework. This represents a classic case of improper output handling where sensitive data flows through system logging mechanisms without appropriate security controls.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple information exposure, as it creates potential attack vectors for adversaries seeking to gather intelligence about the target environment. Attackers who can access debug logs may extract authentication tokens, API keys, database connection strings, or other credentials that could enable further exploitation of the system. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-200, which addresses improper exposure of sensitive information, and specifically relates to CWE-532, which covers information exposure through log files. The risk is amplified when considering that debug logging is often enabled in development environments or during troubleshooting activities, making such information potentially accessible to unauthorized users.
Organizations utilizing Keyfactor Remote File Orchestrator version 2.8 should immediately implement mitigations including disabling debug logging in production environments, implementing proper log sanitization procedures, and ensuring that sensitive information is never written to log files in cleartext format. The recommended approach involves configuring the system to filter out or mask sensitive data elements during log generation, implementing centralized log management with access controls, and conducting regular log reviews to identify potential exposures. Additionally, system administrators should consider implementing the principle of least privilege for log access and establish monitoring procedures to detect unauthorized access attempts to debug logging systems. This vulnerability demonstrates the importance of following security best practices outlined in frameworks such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1567.002, which covers the disclosure of information through debug logging mechanisms. Organizations should also consider implementing automated security scanning tools to identify similar vulnerabilities in their software inventory and ensure proper patch management processes are in place to address such issues promptly.