CVE-2016-5006

The Cloud Controller in Cloud Foundry before 239 logs user-provided service objects at creation, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive user credential…

published May 2, 2017

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
66.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Sensitive user info might be lurking in the logs! The Cloud Controller in Cloud Foundry pre-239 has a flaw that logs user-provided service objects, potentially exposing credentials. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that carelessly writes down your secret recipe on a public notepad. Anyone passing by could snag those delicious details and whip up their own version, leaving you in a pinch! If exploited, an attacker could retrieve sensitive user credential information from the logs, leading to unauthorized access and potential data breaches. Without proper safeguards, the implications could be severe—think of a locked door that someone has the key to!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that carelessly writes down your secret recipe on a public notepad. Anyone passing by could snag those delicious details and whip up their own version, leaving you in a pinch! This vulnerability lies in the logging mechanism of the Cloud Controller, where it records user-provided service objects during their creation. This oversight allows an attacker to obtain sensitive credentials through unspecified vectors, especially in a misconfigured logging environment.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could retrieve sensitive user credential information from the logs, leading to unauthorized access and potential data breaches. Without proper safeguards, the implications could be severe—think of a locked door that someone has the key to! It's crucial to upgrade Cloud Foundry to version 239 or later to mitigate this logging issue. Additionally, review and adjust logging settings to limit exposure of sensitive user information. Implementing proper access controls can further enhance security. You've got this! With these steps, you can protect your users and keep those credentials safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01141 · 66.2th percentile
Published
2017-05-02T14:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 MAY 14:00Z
    The Cloud Controller in Cloud Foundry before 239 logs user-provided service objects at creation, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive user credential…
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