Grav Register Admin User Security Misconfiguration Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Grav Admin User Accessible Registration Panel in digital assets. It identifies unauthorized access opportunities through exposed admin user registration pages.
Short Info
Level
High
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
13 days 19 hours
Scan only one
URL
Toolbox
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The Grav CMS is an open-source flat-file content management system used by individuals, developers, and small businesses for creating and managing websites. Grav’s lightweight architecture and modular design make it a popular choice for users seeking a flexible, customizable CMS without the complexity of traditional database-driven systems. Developers leverage Grav for its ease of use, allowing for rapid content updates and extensive plugin support, thus catering to both technical and non-technical users. The system supports multiple users and roles, making it suitable for collaborative environments where various levels of access are needed. Users appreciate its straightforward installation and built-in functionalities like backups, caching, and SEO. Grav is widely implemented by those seeking a modern, fast CMS with minimal server requirements.
The detection of the Accessible Registration Panel in Grav Admin User arises when the admin user registration page is improperly secured, allowing unauthorized access. This detection enables attackers to exploit the registration page to create new admin accounts without authorization, leading to potential control over the website. The exposed nature of this panel can be due to insufficient configuration settings that do not enforce necessary access controls. This risk can be significant as it paves the way for attackers to manipulate content, access sensitive information, and disrupt the system operations. Organizations relying on Grav CMS must ensure that admin endpoints are not openly accessible to prevent unauthorized alterations. This vulnerability is particularly concerning for sites with high traffic or valuable content.
Technical details about this vulnerability show that the endpoint vulnerable to this exploitation is typically found at "/admin" when the Grav admin panel is installed. An attacker only needs to visit this endpoint to access the registration panel if it is not secured. The template also checks for specific keywords like 'Grav Register Admin User | Grav' and 'admin accounts' within the page body, combined with an HTTP status code of 200, indicating successful access to the registration page. Detecting this exposed page involves verifying the presence of these elements in any response from the target URL, highlighting a lack of proper security configurations. Protection involves ensuring the registration page is only accessible to authenticated users, with strict access controls in place.
Exploiting the Accessible Registration Panel can lead to various significant impacts, such as unauthorized creation of admin accounts, full control over the website content, and access to potentially sensitive data. Malicious entities can utilize the admin privileges to alter the site’s content, steal confidential information, or disrupt the site’s functionality. Additionally, accessing the admin area opens avenues for installing malicious plugins or scripts that can further compromise the site and its users. The potential impacts underscore the critical need for stringent security measures and regular audits of access to administrative features.
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