Bitbucket Takeover Detection Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Bitbucket Takeover Vulnerability in digital assets. It helps organizations identify and mitigate potential risks associated with improper configurations that could lead to account takeovers. Utilizing this scanner aids in maintaining the security of Bitbucket repositories.
Short Info
Level
High
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
16 days 8 hours
Scan only one
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Toolbox
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Bitbucket is a web-based version control repository hosting service, used by developers and organizations to collaborate on code, manage projects, and build software. It provides distributed version control and source code management (SCM) functionality of Git, along with its own features. It is commonly employed by software development teams in project management and continuous delivery processes. Organizations rely on it for integrating with CI/CD tools and tracking code changes efficiently. Due to its widespread use, ensuring the security of Bitbucket repositories is crucial for safeguarding intellectual property and minimizing risks pertaining to unauthorized access.
The Takeover Detection vulnerability in Bitbucket refers to the potential for unauthorized entities to gain control over subdomains associated with Bitbucket repositories. This vulnerability arises when inactive subdomains are left open for registration by attackers. By exploiting this issue, malicious actors can serve malicious content or manipulate the content perceived to be from a legitimate entity. It's crucial to identify and mitigate this vulnerability to prevent data leaks or phishing attacks.
Technical details of the Takeover Detection vulnerability often involve checking whether specific Bitbucket subdomains return an error message such as "Repository not found." This condition indicates the subdomain is unconfigured, potentially allowing an attacker to claim it. The vulnerability exploits the response from the Bitbucket server when a repository is requested. Key indicators include specific HTTP status codes and response headers that suggest the subdomain is vulnerable to a takeover.
When exploited, the takeover detection vulnerability can lead to significant consequences such as unauthorized access to sensitive data or hijacking of legitimate services. It could allow attackers to carry out phishing attacks, distribute malware, or impersonate organizations, damaging their reputation and leading to potential financial losses. Addressing this vulnerability is critical for maintaining organizational integrity and user trust.
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