Ecology Security Misconfiguration Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Ecology Security Misconfiguration in digital assets. It identifies instances where the configuration may lead to exposure of sensitive information. This detection helps organizations safeguard their systems by addressing improperly configured settings.
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Level
High
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
3 weeks 3 hours
Scan only one
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Ecology is a software solution used by organizations for office automation and collaboration, offering tools for workflow automation, document management, and communication. This platform is utilized by enterprises to streamline their operations, improve productivity, and facilitate communication across teams. Deployed in many sectors including business, education, and government, it aims to empower users with seamless and efficient work processes. Organizations rely on Ecology to manage tasks, coordinate schedules, and handle important documents securely. As such, maintaining the security integrity of Ecology implementations is critical to ensure smooth operations and safeguard sensitive information. Companies implement this software to enhance operational efficiency, making its flawless performance and security crucial to daily business functions.
The vulnerability under consideration is a Security Misconfiguration, where incorrect setup can lead to unintended disclosure of sensitive information. This type of vulnerability often arises when default configurations are used or when sensitive directories and files are left exposed. In Ecology, such a misconfiguration could expose critical information, such as database credentials, posing a significant risk. Without proper configuration management, sensitive data could be unintentionally leaked, leading to unauthorized access and potential data breaches. Identifying and rectifying these misconfigurations helps mitigate potential attacks that exploit weak security settings.
Ecology's vulnerability involves a specific entry point: the URL "/api/portalTsLogin/utils/getE9DevelopAllNameValue2?fileName=portaldev_%2f%2e%2e%2fweaver%2eproperties". This endpoint, if improperly secured, can be manipulated to access the "weaver.properties" file, exposing sensitive details like database credentials (dbuser, dbpass). The presence of certain keywords in the response body, such as "ecology.password" and "ecology.charset", confirms the exposure of sensitive information. The scanner detects such scenarios by checking for these keywords and ensuring a response with a status code of 200 and a "text/plain" content type. Such technical misconfigurations can become easy targets for cyberattacks if not promptly addressed.
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive database credentials, facilitating further breaches into the system's network. The sensitive information, once exposed, could be used to execute unauthorized queries, manipulate or steal data, and potentially disrupt business operations. This can lead to a loss of customer trust, potential legal implications, and significant financial damages from both data loss and remediation efforts. Securing these configurations is vital in protecting the organization's digital assets against malicious exploitation and maintaining operational integrity.
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