CVE-2022-46967

An access control issue in Revenue Collection System v1.0 allows unauthenticated attackers to view the contents of /admin/DBbackup/ directory

Critical · published January 26, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
66.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unauthenticated glance is all it takes! In Revenue Collection System v1.0, attackers can peek into the /admin/DBbackup/ directory without breaking a sweat. 🔥 This is like leaving your safe open in a bank lobby, where anyone can just stroll in and take a look at your most sensitive documents. It’s a recipe for disaster if attackers know where to look! With this access control issue, an attacker could easily access sensitive backup files, potentially exposing critical data like user credentials, financial records, or even sensitive configurations. This is absolutely devastating and could lead to further attacks or data leaks!

Put simply

This is like leaving your safe open in a bank lobby, where anyone can just stroll in and take a look at your most sensitive documents. It’s a recipe for disaster if attackers know where to look! The vulnerability arises from a lack of proper access control mechanisms in the Revenue Collection System, enabling unauthenticated users to view the contents of a sensitive directory that should be restricted.

What to do

With this access control issue, an attacker could easily access sensitive backup files, potentially exposing critical data like user credentials, financial records, or even sensitive configurations. This is absolutely devastating and could lead to further attacks or data leaks! Immediate action is required: update to the patched version of the Revenue Collection System if available. Additionally, review your permissions and access controls to ensure only authorized users can access sensitive directories. Consider implementing stricter authentication measures. You've got this! With these steps, you’ll be on your way to securing your system in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01141 · 66.4th percentile
Published
2023-01-26T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 JAN 00:00Z
    An access control issue in Revenue Collection System v1.0 allows unauthenticated attackers to view the contents of /admin/DBbackup/ directory
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