OpenEMR Installation Page Exposure Scanner
This scanner detects the use of OpenEMR Installation Page Exposure in digital assets. It identifies exposed setup installation pages that could allow unauthorized access, highlighting potential security risks. Ensuring secure installation practices is necessary to protect sensitive information.
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High
Single Scan
Single Scan
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Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
20 days 5 hours
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OpenEMR is a popular open-source electronic health records management application. Hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare providers generally use it to manage patient records, billing, and scheduling. The software allows healthcare providers to handle their administrative and clinical services efficiently. OpenEMR is widely utilized around the globe due to its customizable features and compliance with health care regulations. Its flexibility ensures it can be tailored to meet the specific needs of different healthcare environments. The secure deployment and management of OpenEMR is crucial for safeguarding patient data.
An Installation Page Exposure vulnerability occurs when installation files are left accessible to unauthorized users. This exposure can happen if an installation or setup tool remains publicly accessible after the software deployment is complete. Attackers can exploit exposed setup pages to gain administrative or other unauthorized access to the application. They could potentially view, manipulate, or extract sensitive information from the healthcare system. Properly securing the installation files is vital in preventing unauthorized access and ensuring application security.
The OpenEMR setup vulnerability revolves around the improper exposure of its installation page. This page typically serves as a configuration tool post-installation but should remain inaccessible in a production environment. An attacker finding this page could potentially reset or alter critical configuration settings, resulting in unauthorized access to sensitive data. Checkpoints like URLs and form handlers are commonly vulnerable components. Exposure of such a page often results from inadequate post-installation security checks or oversight in shifting the environment to a secure, live state.
Exploiting this vulnerability can have several severe consequences. Unauthorized users gaining access to setup tools can configure the system maliciously, potentially leaking confidential healthcare records. It could lead to unauthorized data modifications, further affecting healthcare operations and data integrity. If left unresolved, this exposure can also serve as an entry point for more complex attacks, jeopardizing entire network security. Hence, immediate mitigation is crucial to prevent the system from being compromised.
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