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Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File

CVE-2022-4311

Medium
4.7/10

Summary

An insertion of sensitive information into log file vulnerability exists in PcVue versions 15 through 15.2.2. This could allow a user with access to the log files to discover connection strings of data sources configured for the DbConnect, which could include credentials. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow other users unauthorized access to the underlying data sources.

  • HIGH
  • LOCAL
  • NONE
  • UNCHANGED
  • NONE
  • LOW
  • HIGH
  • NONE

CWE-532 - Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File

It's quite common for applications to save logs. For example, whenever a user requests a resource from a particular website, the web server writes information about the request to a log file. These files are helpful for identifying abnormal system activity, bugs, and evaluating the security controls of the application. Security of log files is critical for the overall security of the application and its confidential resources. An application that lacks appropriate logging levels can expose sensitive user data and system information stored on the log files to malicious users. This info can be exploited to compromise your system.

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  • Published