IBM Cloud Object Storage Exposure Scanner
This scanner detects the use of IBM Cloud Object Storage Exposure in digital assets. It identifies public access vulnerabilities that can potentially expose sensitive files and data in the IBM Cloud environment. Ensuring these buckets are secured is crucial for maintaining data confidentiality and integrity.
Short Info
Level
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
20 days 8 hours
Scan only one
URL
Toolbox
IBM Cloud Object Storage is used by companies and individual developers for secure and scalable storage solutions. It provides a versatile platform for storing data with easy access from anywhere in the world. Organizations can store any amount of data and retrieve it as needed, ensuring data availability and redundancy. Its uses range from simple backups to more complex storage needs in educational, healthcare, and financial sectors. This cloud service is known for its robust security features and compliance with various regulations. However, due to misconfiguration, some of these storage buckets can become publicly accessible, posing a serious threat to data security.
The vulnerability detected is a bucket exposure in IBM Cloud Object Storage. This occurs when a bucket is inadvertently set to public access, thereby revealing all stored objects to anyone on the internet. This exposure can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data and files. The existence of this vulnerability indicates a significant misconfiguration flaw in the cloud storage settings. Detecting such vulnerabilities is key to maintaining proper access control and protecting data from unauthorized access. The scanner identifies these exposures, allowing for prompt corrective action.
Technical details of the vulnerability reveal that the endpoint is vulnerable when it is accessible via a GET request. The path and response body are analyzed to detect if the bucket is exposed. Specifically, the scanner checks for specific headers and response content types, such as "application/xml" and the presence of " Possible effects of this vulnerability include unauthorized access to stored files, leading to data breaches. Sensitive business information, personal data, and intellectual property could be at risk if these buckets are accessed maliciously. This exposure can also be exploited for further attacks, such as phishing or targeted marketing by revealing organizational data structures. The financial and reputational damage can be severe, necessitating immediate corrective measures. Preventing and quickly resolving such exposures minimizes potential damage. REFERENCES
