CVE-2023-50263 : Security Advisory and Response

A detailed overview of the Nautobot vulnerability allowing unauthenticated db-file-storage views.

Understanding CVE-2023-50263

This section delves into the specifics of CVE-2023-50263 pertaining to Nautobot.

What is CVE-2023-50263?

CVE-2023-50263 highlights a vulnerability in Nautobot versions 1.1.0 to 1.6.7 and 2.0.0 to 2.0.6 that exposes sensitive information by allowing unauthenticated access to specific URLs.

The Impact of CVE-2023-50263

The vulnerability enables unauthenticated users to access and retrieve files uploaded during job runs without proper authentication, posing a risk of unauthorized data exposure.

Technical Details of CVE-2023-50263

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Vulnerability Description

In Nautobot versions prior to 1.6.7 and 2.0.6, certain URLs permit admin access to uploaded files without user authentication, potentially leading to unauthorized data access.

Affected Systems and Versions

Nautobot versions between 1.1.0 to 1.6.7 and 2.0.0 to 2.0.6 are impacted by this vulnerability, leaving them susceptible to unauthorized access to sensitive files.

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability stems from URLs

/files/get/?name=...

and

/files/download/?name=...

that lack user authentication, allowing unauthenticated users to access files uploaded during job runs.

Mitigation and Prevention

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Immediate Steps to Take

Users are advised to update Nautobot to versions 1.6.7 or 2.0.6 to patch the security loophole and prevent unauthorized access to sensitive files.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement stringent access controls and authentication mechanisms to secure sensitive data and prevent unauthorized file access within Nautobot.

Patching and Updates

Regularly apply software patches and updates provided by Nautobot to ensure ongoing protection against security vulnerabilities.