Critical SailPoint IdentityIQ Flaw Exposes Files to Hackers

December 4, 2024December 12, 2024

Critical Security Vulnerability Discovered in SailPoint IdentityIQ IAM Software

A serious security vulnerability has been uncovered in SailPoint’s IdentityIQ identity and access management (IAM) software, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive content stored within its application directory. This flaw, identified as CVE-2024-10905, carries a maximum severity score of 10.0 on the CVSS scale, indicating an urgent need for attention. Organizations using affected versions of IdentityIQ should take immediate action to mitigate the risks associated with this exploit.

Details of the IdentityIQ Vulnerability CVE-2024-10905

The vulnerability in SailPoint IdentityIQ allows HTTP access to static content within the application directory that should remain protected. According to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) National Vulnerability Database (NVD), the issue arises from the improper handling of file names that identify virtual resources (CWE-66). This flaw could potentially be exploited to read files that would otherwise be inaccessible, posing a significant risk to sensitive information.

Affected Versions of IdentityIQ

The following versions of SailPoint IdentityIQ are impacted by CVE-2024-10905:

IdentityIQ 8.4 and all patch levels prior to 8.4p2
IdentityIQ 8.3 and all patch levels prior to 8.3p5
IdentityIQ 8.2 and all patch levels prior to 8.2p8
All prior versions of IdentityIQ

As of now, SailPoint has not released a security advisory regarding this vulnerability, and there are no additional details available. Organizations utilizing the affected versions are advised to stay vigilant and consider their security posture.

Recommended Actions for Organizations

To protect against potential exploitation of this vulnerability, organizations are encouraged to:

Update Software: Ensure that your IdentityIQ software is updated to the latest version or the most secure patch level available.
Review Access Controls: Evaluate and tighten access controls to sensitive data within the IdentityIQ application.
Monitor Vulnerabilities: Regularly check for updates on security vulnerabilities and implement security best practices.

For more information on this vulnerability, you can visit the NVD page for CVE-2024-10905.

Conclusion

With the severity of CVE-2024-10905, it is crucial for organizations using SailPoint IdentityIQ to act swiftly. Addressing this vulnerability is essential for maintaining the integrity and security of sensitive data.

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