CVE-2023-28443

Public Exploit
directus vulnerable to Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File

Description

Directus is a real-time API and App dashboard for managing SQL database content. Prior to version 9.23.3, the `directus_refresh_token` is not redacted properly from the log outputs and can be used to impersonate users without their permission. This issue is patched in version 9.23.3.

Category

4.2
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Vendor Advisory github.com Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: directus directus
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/directus/directus/security/advisories/GHSA-8vg2-wf3q-mwv7 exploit vendor advisory
https://github.com/directus/directus/commit/349536303983ccba68ecb3e4fb35315424011afc patch
https://github.com/directus/directus/blob/7c479c5161639aac466c763b6b958a9524201d74/api/src/logger.ts#L13 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-28443?
CVE-2023-28443 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-28443?
To fix CVE-2023-28443, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-28443 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-28443 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-28443?
CVE-2023-28443 affects directus directus.
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