CVE-2024-6406 in Mobile Library Application
Summary
by MITRE • 09/18/2024
Missing Authentication for Critical Function, Missing Authorization vulnerability in Yordam Information Technology Mobile Library Application allows Retrieve Embedded Sensitive Data.
This issue affects Mobile Library Application: before 5.0.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/04/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-6406 represents a critical exposure of sensitive information to unauthorized actors within the Yordam Information Technology Mobile Library Application. This flaw manifests as an information disclosure vulnerability that enables unauthorized parties to retrieve embedded sensitive data from the application. The vulnerability specifically impacts versions of the Mobile Library Application prior to version 5.0, indicating that the developers have likely addressed this issue in subsequent releases through proper input validation and data protection mechanisms. The root cause of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-200, which describes the exposure of sensitive information to an unauthorized actor, making it a fundamental security weakness that directly compromises data confidentiality and system integrity.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability likely involves inadequate protection of sensitive data within the mobile application's memory structures or data storage mechanisms. Attackers can exploit this weakness to extract embedded sensitive information without proper authentication or authorization, potentially including user credentials, personal identifiable information, or other confidential data that should remain protected within the application's secure boundaries. This type of vulnerability often occurs when applications fail to properly sanitize or encrypt sensitive data before storage or transmission, creating accessible entry points for malicious actors. The mobile environment presents unique challenges for data protection due to the inherent limitations of mobile device security compared to traditional desktop systems.
The operational impact of CVE-2024-6406 extends beyond simple data exposure, as it creates potential pathways for more sophisticated attacks that could lead to identity theft, financial fraud, or corporate espionage. Organizations relying on the affected Mobile Library Application may experience significant reputational damage, regulatory penalties, and financial losses resulting from unauthorized data access. The vulnerability's presence in mobile applications particularly concerning since mobile devices often contain more personal and sensitive information than traditional computing platforms, and users may not always maintain the same level of security awareness or protection mechanisms. This exposure could enable attackers to leverage the retrieved information for further compromise of user accounts or system access, potentially creating cascading security failures.
Security professionals should immediately implement mitigation strategies including updating to version 5.0 or later of the Mobile Library Application to address the vulnerability. Organizations should also conduct comprehensive security assessments of their mobile application environments to identify similar information disclosure vulnerabilities. The remediation process should include implementing proper data encryption mechanisms, strengthening access controls, and ensuring that sensitive information is appropriately protected both at rest and in transit. Additionally, regular security testing and code reviews should be conducted to prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging in future application versions. This vulnerability exemplifies the importance of maintaining up-to-date security practices and continuous monitoring for information disclosure threats in mobile application environments, aligning with security frameworks that emphasize the protection of sensitive data throughout the application lifecycle and supporting the attack mitigation strategies outlined in the MITRE ATT&CK framework for credential access and data exposure techniques.