CVE-2018-10732 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Dataiku DSS prior to version 4.2.3 exposes profile pictures, enabling malicious actors to access sensitive information.

Understanding CVE-2018-10732

Dataiku DSS vulnerability allowing unauthorized access to profile pictures.

What is CVE-2018-10732?

The vulnerability in Dataiku DSS before version 4.2.3 permits attackers to view profile pictures, potentially revealing sensitive data like username validity.

The Impact of CVE-2018-10732

Malicious actors can exploit the exposure of profile pictures to verify the authenticity of usernames.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-10732

Dataiku DSS vulnerability specifics.

Vulnerability Description

The REST API in Dataiku DSS pre-4.2.3 allows remote attackers to access sensitive information by exploiting profile picture visibility.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Dataiku DSS
Vendor: Dataiku
Versions affected: Prior to 4.2.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can leverage the vulnerability to determine the validity of usernames through profile picture visibility.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting against CVE-2018-10732.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade Dataiku DSS to version 4.2.3 or newer to mitigate the vulnerability.
Restrict access to sensitive information and profile pictures within the application.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit access to profile pictures and sensitive data.
Implement strong authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Dataiku to address vulnerabilities like CVE-2018-10732.