Content Central Panel Detection Scanner

This scanner detects the use of Content Central in digital assets. The tool identifies the presence of the Content Central login panel, aiding in security audits to prevent unauthorized access.

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Level

Medium

Single Scan

Single Scan

Can be used by

Asset Owner

Estimated Time

10 seconds

Time Interval

16 days 6 hours

Scan only one

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Content Central is a comprehensive document management solution used by organizations worldwide to streamline document-based processes. It is widely used across various industry sectors, including healthcare, legal, finance, and education, for managing and accessing important documents securely. By centralizing documents in a single location, Content Central aids teams in collaborating more efficiently by improving document accessibility and workflow automation. Users can access and work with documents remotely, which is essential for organizations with dispersed teams. The software is scalable and customizable, allowing it to meet the needs of both small businesses and large enterprises. With robust security features, Content Central ensures that sensitive documents are protected from unauthorized access and data breaches.

The panel detection vulnerability refers to the identification of accessible login panels of a web application, which in this case is the Content Central management system. Detecting the login panel is essential as it can be a target for various attacks aimed at unauthorized access. While detecting a login panel itself doesn't exploit a security flaw, it indicates the possible entry points that need careful protection. Exposed login panels may attract brute force attacks, where attackers try numerous password combinations to gain access. Moreover, if additional vulnerabilities exist, such as weak authentication mechanisms, the presence of the login panel could be leveraged for further attacks. Consequently, detecting and securing these panels is crucial to maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of the managed documents.

Detecting the vulnerability involves checking for the presence of specific keywords and successful HTTP status codes that confirm a login page. The template interacts with potential Content Central login pages by sending GET requests to known URLs that commonly host the login interface. Upon receiving a response, the template searches the body of the HTML for specific words like "Content Central Login," ensuring the panel has been correctly identified. The identification process also includes checking for HTTP status code 200, indicating that the page is accessible. These checks are fundamental but precise, ensuring that the login panel is physically present and operational, not just a redirect or error page. Accuracy in detection allows system administrators to be aware of exposed login endpoints and take necessary protective measures.

If exploited by malicious attackers, the presence of an exposed login panel can lead to unauthorized access to the document management system. Attackers may employ brute force attacks to guess passwords, potentially gaining access to confidential information and sensitive documents. Successful exploits could lead to data breaches, resulting in the disclosure of sensitive information and possible financial and reputational damage to the organization. In case other vulnerabilities exist, such as SQL injection or improper authentication, attackers could leverage the login panel to execute further malicious actions within the system. Therefore, identifying and securing login panels is crucial to preventing potential unauthorized access and mitigating further security risks.

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