CVE-2025-27662 in Virtual Appliance Host
Summary
by MITRE • 03/05/2025
Vasion Print (formerly PrinterLogic) before Virtual Appliance Host 22.0.843 Application 20.0.1923 allows Password in URL OVE-20230524-0005.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/02/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-27662 affects Vasion Print formerly known as PrinterLogic software within its Virtual Appliance Host version 22.0.843 and Application version 20.0.1923. This issue represents a significant security weakness that stems from the improper handling of authentication credentials within URL parameters. The vulnerability specifically relates to the insecure transmission of passwords through Uniform Resource Locators, creating potential exposure points for unauthorized access to sensitive systems. The flaw manifests when users navigate to specific endpoints that incorporate password information directly within the URL structure rather than utilizing secure authentication mechanisms. This design oversight creates a pathway for malicious actors to intercept and exploit credentials during network communication, particularly when users access the system through web interfaces that generate URLs containing authentication tokens or passwords.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-202, which addresses the improper handling of credentials within URL parameters. This weakness creates a direct attack surface where password information becomes exposed in web server logs, browser history, and network traffic monitoring systems. The vulnerability operates at the application layer where the software fails to properly sanitize or validate URL components that contain sensitive authentication data. Network traffic analysis tools and web application firewalls may inadvertently log or expose these credentials when they appear within URL strings, creating persistent security risks. The flaw represents a fundamental failure in secure coding practices where the software does not implement proper input validation or credential obfuscation mechanisms for URL-based authentication flows.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple credential exposure to encompass potential system compromise and unauthorized access to network resources. Attackers can exploit this weakness by constructing malicious URLs that contain embedded passwords, which may then be executed by unsuspecting users or intercepted during routine network operations. This vulnerability particularly affects environments where users frequently access printer management systems through web interfaces, as these interactions often generate URLs with embedded authentication parameters. The exposure creates opportunities for man-in-the-middle attacks, session hijacking, and privilege escalation scenarios where attackers can leverage stolen credentials to gain administrative access to print management infrastructure. Organizations relying on this software for network printer management face significant risk of unauthorized access to their print environments, potentially leading to data exfiltration through print jobs or network infiltration via compromised printer access points.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2025-27662 must address both immediate remediation and long-term architectural improvements to prevent similar vulnerabilities. Organizations should prioritize updating to the latest available versions of Vasion Print software where the vulnerability has been patched and properly addressed. The recommended approach includes implementing proper URL parameter validation and ensuring that authentication credentials are never transmitted through URL parameters. Security controls should enforce secure authentication methods such as OAuth, token-based authentication, or session management protocols that do not expose credentials in URLs. Network administrators should deploy web application firewalls with URL filtering capabilities to detect and block requests containing potentially dangerous credential parameters. Additionally, comprehensive monitoring should be implemented to identify and alert on suspicious URL patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts. The implementation of secure coding practices, including input validation and credential obfuscation techniques, should be mandatory for all application development efforts to prevent similar issues in future releases. Organizations should also conduct thorough security assessments of their print management infrastructure to identify and remediate any additional vulnerabilities that may exist within their network printer ecosystems.