CVE-2017-8450 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2017-8450 affecting Elastic X-Pack Security 5.1.1. Unauthorized access to sensitive data was possible. Find mitigation steps and update information here.
X-Pack 5.1.1 by Elastic had a security vulnerability that allowed unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Understanding CVE-2017-8450
X-Pack 5.1.1 vulnerability impacting document and field level security.
What is CVE-2017-8450?
The security flaw in X-Pack 5.1.1 allowed unauthorized users to access restricted information.
The Impact of CVE-2017-8450
Unauthorized individuals could potentially retrieve sensitive data they were not authorized to access.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-8450
X-Pack 5.1.1 vulnerability details.
Vulnerability Description
The incorrect implementation of document and field level security in X-Pack 5.1.1 allowed unauthorized access to information.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Elastic X-Pack Security
- Vendor: Elastic
- Version: 5.1.1
Exploitation Mechanism
Unauthorized users could exploit multi-search and multi-get requests to access restricted data.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address the CVE-2017-8450 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade X-Pack Security to a patched version.
- Review and adjust document and field level security settings.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit access controls.
- Train users on proper data access protocols.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches provided by Elastic to fix the vulnerability.