Plattform
python
Komponente
clinical-genomics/scout
Behoben in
v4.42
CVE-2022-1592 describes a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability discovered in scout, a component within the clinical-genomics/scout GitHub repository. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the application into making arbitrary HTTP requests, potentially leading to sensitive data exposure and further attacks. Versions of scout prior to v4.42 are affected, and a patch has been released in v4.42.
The SSRF vulnerability in scout poses a significant risk because it allows attackers to bypass security controls and interact with internal resources that should be inaccessible from the outside. An attacker could craft malicious requests to steal user cookies, gain unauthorized access to private areas of the application, or even inject malicious scripts leading to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. The potential impact extends beyond simple data theft; an attacker could leverage this vulnerability to perform reconnaissance, identify other vulnerabilities, and potentially compromise the entire system. This type of SSRF exploitation can be particularly dangerous in environments where the application interacts with sensitive data or critical infrastructure.
CVE-2022-1592 was publicly disclosed on May 5, 2022. While no active exploitation campaigns have been publicly confirmed, the CRITICAL severity and the ease of exploitation inherent in SSRF vulnerabilities suggest a high probability of exploitation. No KEV listing exists as of this writing. Public proof-of-concept code is likely to emerge given the vulnerability's nature and severity.
Organizations utilizing scout within their clinical genomics workflows are at risk, particularly those relying on older versions (≤v4.42). Shared hosting environments where scout is deployed alongside other applications are also vulnerable, as a compromise of one application could potentially be leveraged to exploit the SSRF vulnerability in scout. Any deployment that allows user-controlled input to be used in URL construction is potentially at risk.
• python / server:
import requests
import urllib.parse
def check_ssrf(url):
try:
parsed_url = urllib.parse.urlparse(url)
if parsed_url.netloc:
response = requests.get(url, timeout=5)
if response.status_code != 200:
print(f"Potential SSRF detected: {url} - Status Code: {response.status_code}")
except requests.exceptions.RequestException as e:
print(f"Error checking {url}: {e}")
# Example usage (replace with scout's URL generation logic)
url = "http://localhost:8000/scout/some_endpoint?url=http://internal.service/admin"
check_ssrf(url)• generic web:
curl -I 'http://your-scout-instance/scout/some_endpoint?url=http://internal.service/admin' | grep 'internal.service'disclosure
patch
Exploit-Status
EPSS
0.21% (43% Perzentil)
CVSS-Vektor
The primary mitigation for CVE-2022-1592 is to immediately upgrade to version v4.42 or later of scout. If upgrading is not immediately feasible due to compatibility issues or breaking changes, consider implementing temporary workarounds. These may include restricting outbound network access for the scout component using a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or proxy server to only allow connections to trusted domains. Carefully review and validate all incoming data to prevent malicious URLs from being processed. After upgrading, confirm the fix by attempting to trigger an SSRF request and verifying that it is blocked or redirected.
Aktualisieren Sie die Anwendung scout auf Version 4.42 oder höher. Diese Version enthält eine Korrektur für die Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) Vulnerabilität.
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CVE-2022-1592 is a critical Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability affecting scout versions up to v4.42. It allows attackers to make arbitrary requests through the application, potentially exposing sensitive data.
If you are using scout versions prior to v4.42, you are vulnerable to this SSRF vulnerability. Check your version and upgrade immediately.
Upgrade scout to version v4.42 or later. As a temporary workaround, restrict outbound network access using a WAF or proxy.
While no confirmed active exploitation campaigns are publicly known, the SSRF nature of the vulnerability makes it a potential target for attackers.
Refer to the clinical-genomics/scout GitHub repository for updates and advisories related to CVE-2022-1592: https://github.com/clinical-genomics/scout
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