Dell EMC AppSync, versions from 4.2.0.0 to 4.6.0.0 including all Service Pack releases, contain an exposure of sensitive information vulnerability in AppSync server logs. A high privileged remote attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to the disclosure of certain user credentials. The attacker may be able to use the exposed credentials to access the vulnerable system with privileges of the compromised account.
Information written to log files can be of a sensitive nature and give valuable guidance to an attacker or expose sensitive user information.
| Name | Vendor | Start Version | End Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emc_appsync | Dell | 4.2.0.0 (including) | 4.6.0.2 (excluding) |
While logging all information may be helpful during development stages, it is important that logging levels be set appropriately before a product ships so that sensitive user data and system information are not accidentally exposed to potential attackers. Different log files may be produced and stored for: