A code injection vulnerability has been discovered in Kafka UI 0.7.1 by a security researcher indoushka. The vulnerability was tested on Windows 10 operating system with Mozilla Firefox 130.0.2 browser. Kafka UI is an open-source user interface for Apache Kafka.
The Proof of Concept (POC) for this vulnerability includes utilizing CURL to allow remote command execution. One needs to target Line 159 in the code and save it as poc.php for exploitation. The payload consists of a PHP script that creates a new instance of the KafkaUIExploit class and defines methods for exploiting the vulnerability.
The KafkaUIExploit class contains methods for detecting vulnerable versions, retrieving the active Kafka cluster, creating a new topic, producing a message, executing a command, and checking the vulnerability status. The exploit method is responsible for triggering the payload execution and performing the desired command execution.
The vulnerability lies in the execute_command method where an attacker can inject arbitrary commands to be executed on the target system. By manipulating the payload and sending it through the appropriate HTTP requests, an attacker can gain unauthorized access and potentially compromise the system.
It is crucial for users of Kafka UI to update to the latest version and apply any patches provided by the vendor to mitigate the risk of exploitation. Additionally, users are advised to monitor their systems for any suspicious activity and conduct regular security assessments to identify and address any potential vulnerabilities.
The security researcher indoushka has credited other individuals in the cybersecurity community for their contributions and support in the field. This discovery highlights the importance of collaboration and knowledge sharing in addressing cybersecurity threats and protecting digital assets.
In conclusion, the code injection vulnerability in Kafka UI 0.7.1 underscores the importance of maintaining secure coding practices and conducting thorough security testing to prevent exploitation by malicious actors. Users and developers should remain vigilant and take proactive measures to secure their systems and data against potential threats.