Bazarr Panel Detection Scanner

This scanner detects the use of Bazarr login panel in digital assets.

Short Info


Level

Medium

Single Scan

Single Scan

Can be used by

Asset Owner

Estimated Time

10 seconds

Time Interval

19 days 7 hours

Scan only one

URL

Toolbox

-

Bazarr is a popular subtitle management application, commonly used by media enthusiasts who require automated subtitle downloading for their media collections. It integrates seamlessly with media server software like Plex and Emby, offering an interface for managing subtitles effectively across various formats. Organizations often leverage Bazarr in entertainment environments to facilitate content localization. Users typically access it through web interfaces, which demand consistent login checks and subtitle query processing. The application supports multiple languages, expanding its utility across global territories. Thanks to its open-source nature, developers contribute to its improvement, making it a versatile tool for diverse media management needs.

The detected vulnerability pertains to panel detection, where unauthorized individuals can identify the login page of Bazarr. This is a security misconfiguration since revealing the login panels might expose the application to targeted attacks. Attackers can utilize such information to conduct brute force attacks on exposed panels if further security measures aren't in place. Essentially, detecting the login panel doesn't directly compromise the application, but it provides potential entry points. Ensuring these panels are obscured or protected via additional authentication layers is considered a best practice in security configurations. The identification acts as a preliminary step facilitating awareness among users about the possible exposure of login interfaces.

Technically, the scan examines the availability of the Bazarr login page through a simple GET request. The endpoint likely scrutinized is '/login', which returns a recognizable title, confirming the existence of an accessible login page. This approach leverages keyword matching to validate the presence of the panel. While no specific parameter exploitation occurs, the information provides groundwork for understanding the surface-level security posture of the application. It's critical that the software's security mechanism properly controls access to these pages and limits unnecessary visibility to potential intruders.

When malicious individuals exploit this vulnerability, it can lead to information gathering about undisclosed applications. This can eventually contribute to larger attack vectors, especially if combined with other vulnerabilities like weak credential policies. Unauthorized panel access increases the chance for brute forcing attempts or other access control bypasses. In environments where sensitive data or functions are reliant on Bazarr, this can lead to data breaches or service interruptions. Proactively managing and securing access points to such panels remains imperative to mitigate exploitation risks.

REFERENCES

Get started to protecting your Free Full Security Scan