CVE-2018-5559 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2018-5559 affecting Rapid7 Komand versions 0.41.0 and earlier. Find out the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps to secure your systems.
Rapid7 Komand version 0.41.0 and earlier versions had a vulnerability that could expose unencrypted sensitive data in the API response. This issue was resolved in version 0.42.0.
Understanding CVE-2018-5559
Before Rapid7 Komand version 0.42.0, a specific problem in version 0.41.0 and earlier could lead to the exposure of unencrypted sensitive data in the API response.
What is CVE-2018-5559?
In Rapid7 Komand version 0.41.0 and prior, certain endpoints could expose unencrypted sensitive data in the API response, even when transmitted over an encrypted channel.
The Impact of CVE-2018-5559
- CVSS Score: 3.4 (Low)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: High
- User Interaction: Required
- Confidentiality Impact: Low
- Integrity Impact: None
- Scope: Changed
- Exploitation: Requires configuration of an affected plugin with a password.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-5559
Rapid7 Komand versions 0.41.0 and earlier are affected by this vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
Certain endpoints could expose unencrypted sensitive data in the API response, even when transmitted over an encrypted channel.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Komand
- Vendor: Rapid7
- Versions Affected: <= 0.41.0
Exploitation Mechanism
To expose this issue, a Komand administrator must configure an affected plugin with a password.
Mitigation and Prevention
It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent this vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update to at least version 0.42.0 of Rapid7 Komand.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software to the latest versions.
- Implement strong encryption practices.
Patching and Updates
Ensure all systems are patched and up to date to prevent exploitation of this vulnerability.