CVE-2019-10695 : What You Need to Know

CVE-2019-10695 pertains to a vulnerability in the Continuous Delivery for Puppet Enterprise (CD4PE) module that exposed the root user's credentials. The issue was resolved in version 1.2.1 of the puppetlabs/cd4pe module.

Understanding CVE-2019-10695

This CVE involves the disclosure of the root user's credentials during the setup of a Continuous Delivery for PE installation.

What is CVE-2019-10695?

When utilizing the cd4pe::root_configuration task to configure a Continuous Delivery for PE installation, the root user's username and password were inadvertently exposed in the Job Details pane within the PE console.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10695

The exposure of sensitive credentials could lead to unauthorized access and compromise of the system, potentially resulting in data breaches or unauthorized actions.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10695

This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allowed for the disclosure of the root user's credentials (username and password) in the Job Details pane of the PE console during the CD4PE installation setup.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Continuous Delivery for Puppet Enterprise (CD4PE)
Versions Affected: puppetlabs/cd4pe module prior to 1.2.1

Exploitation Mechanism

The exposure of credentials occurred due to a flaw in the cd4pe::root_configuration task, which inadvertently displayed the sensitive information in the PE console.

Mitigation and Prevention

It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent such vulnerabilities.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade to version 1.2.1 of the puppetlabs/cd4pe module to mitigate the vulnerability.
Avoid exposing sensitive credentials in job details or logs.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement secure coding practices to prevent inadvertent exposure of sensitive information.
Regularly review and update security configurations to address any potential vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by the vendor.
Promptly apply patches and updates to ensure the security of the system.