SB2023111603 - Inclusion of sensitive information into log files in Elastic Logstash
Published: November 16, 2023
Security Bulletin ID
SB2023111603
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Inclusion of Sensitive Information in Log Files (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-46672)
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to software may stores sensitive information into log files under certain circumstances. Sensitive data is stored in the Logstash keystore and referenced as a variable in Logstash configuration can be logged if Logstash is configured to use the JSON format. A local user can read the log files and gain access to sensitive data.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.