Vulnerability identifier: #VU86375

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-23448

CWE-ID: CWE-532

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
APM Server
Web applications / Remote management & hosting panels

Vendor: Elastic Stack

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to software includes sensitive information into log files when an error occurs during file indexing with ERROR level set. A remote user can view the log files and gain access to sensitive data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

APM Server: 8.0.0 - 8.12.0

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External links
http://discuss.elastic.co/t/apm-server-8-12-1-security-update-esa-2024-03/352688
http://www.elastic.co/community/security

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.