CVE-2018-14623 : Security Advisory and Response

Katello SQL Injection Vulnerability

Understanding CVE-2018-14623

Katello, a product by The Foreman Project, was found to have a SQL injection vulnerability in its errata-related API, potentially exposing internal IDs through the backend database.

What is CVE-2018-14623?

The vulnerability in Katello allows an authenticated remote attacker to manipulate input data, creating a malformed SQL query that can disclose internal IDs.

The Impact of CVE-2018-14623

CVSS Base Score: 4.3 (Medium)
Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
Confidentiality Impact: Low
Integrity Impact: None
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: None
This vulnerability is linked to an incomplete fix for a previous CVE (CVE-2016-3072).

Technical Details of CVE-2018-14623

Vulnerability Description

The SQL injection vulnerability in Katello's errata-related API allows attackers to craft malicious queries to extract sensitive information.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Katello
Vendor: The Foreman Project
Versions Affected: 3.10 and older

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating input data to create SQL queries that reveal internal IDs stored in the backend database.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Katello to a patched version that addresses the SQL injection vulnerability.
Monitor and restrict access to the affected API endpoints.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement input validation mechanisms to prevent SQL injection attacks.
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by The Foreman Project to fix the SQL injection vulnerability in Katello.