Rancher Default Login Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Rancher in digital assets.
Short Info
Level
High
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
1 minute
Time Interval
16 days 14 hours
Scan only one
Domain, IPv4
Toolbox
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Rancher is an open-source platform widely used by DevOps teams to deploy, manage, and secure Kubernetes clusters across multiple environments. It streamlines operations by providing intuitive controls for managing multi-cluster applications. Companies across sectors adopt Rancher for its robust orchestration capabilities, as it allows centralized management of Kubernetes clusters at scale. It is favored for its automation and ease of use in setting up clusters both on-premise and in cloud environments. Rancher's comprehensive suite of tools simplifies the deployment process, enabling teams to focus on building and running applications. Its open-source nature encourages a broad user community and the continuous evolution of its feature set.
Default login vulnerabilities are critical as they allow unauthorized access using preset credentials that are left unchanged. Attackers could exploit this to gain admin-level control without any sophisticated hacking techniques. The existence of default admin credentials in Rancher software exposes associated systems to unauthorized access. Such vulnerabilities arise from negligence in security practices during setup or inadequate configuration management. The ease of exploitation makes it imperative for administrators to ensure strong password policies post-installation. Continuous monitoring and auditing of access controls are essential to mitigate these risks and secure sensitive operations within the Rancher platform.
The default login vulnerability in Rancher is identified by examining HTTP endpoints for default admin credentials. The scanner targets specific endpoints responsible for user authentication and verifies whether the preset credentials are in use. By sending a combination of ‘admin’ usernames and ‘admin’ passwords to the login endpoints, the scanner detects successful access attempts. It cross-verifies the responses to ensure that the login attempt is indeed authenticated. This vulnerability relies on the presence of default credentials which are often unchanged in initial deployments. Exploiting this requires minimal technical skill, underscoring the importance of post-deployment security measures.
If exploited, this vulnerability allows unauthorized access by malicious actors, potentially leading to full administrative control. Attackers can manipulate cluster configurations, deploy malicious workloads, and even disrupt service availability. This can result in data breaches, loss of sensitive information, and compliance violations. Furthermore, threats to service integrity may cascade into broader system compromises, affecting business continuity. Remediation processes can be costly, necessitating rigorous security audits and infrastructure rectifications. The reputational damage and loss of customer trust can have long-lasting impacts on organizations.
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