CVE-2024-25649:CVE-2024-25649 is a vulnerability in Delinea PAM Secret Server 11.4 that allows an attacker with Administrator access to the Secret Server machine to extract sensitive information from memory dumps.

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In Delinea PAM Secret Server 11.4, a security vulnerability (CVE-2024-25649) exists that enables an attacker with Administrator privileges on the Secret Server machine to retrieve critical data from memory dumps. This includes the decrypted master key, database credentials (in cases where SQL Server Authentication is enabled), the encryption key for RabbitMQ queue messages, and session cookies. Exploiting this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information stored within the Secret Server application.

Overview

This vulnerability affects Delinea PAM Secret Server version 11.4. The Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) ID assigned to this issue is CVE-2024-25649. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-316 (Cleartext Storage of Sensitive Information in Memory). The CVSS v3.1 base score for this vulnerability is 6.7, indicating a medium severity issue with high privileges required for exploitation. The attack vector is local, and the confidentiality impact is high.

Remediation

To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the necessary security patches provided by the vendor. Users of Delinea PAM Secret Server 11.4 should ensure that sensitive information is not stored in cleartext in memory and implement additional security measures to protect against unauthorized memory access. Regularly updating the Secret Server software and following best practices for securing sensitive data can help prevent exploitation of this vulnerability.

References

  1. CVE Details: CVE-2024-25649
  2. CWE-316: Cleartext Storage of Sensitive Information in Memory

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services: Low
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services: Low
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting: Low
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation: Low
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction: Low
    Construction
  6. Educational Services: Low
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance: Low
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance: Low
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information: Low
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises: Low
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing: Low
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining: Low
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration): Low
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services: Low
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration: Low
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing: Low
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade: Low
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing: Low
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities: Low
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade: Low
    Wholesale Trade

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