CVE-2022-24875 is a vulnerability identified in the open-source project CVEProject/cve-services, which operates the CVE services API. The issue exists in versions up to and including 1.1.1, where the file `org.controller.js` erroneously logs sensitive user secrets into log files. This behavior constitutes an instance of CWE-532: Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File. Sensitive information such as authentication tokens, passwords, API keys, or other confidential data may be recorded in plaintext within logs, which are often accessible to system administrators, developers, or potentially unauthorized users if log files are improperly secured. The vulnerability arises from improper handling of sensitive data during logging operations, leading to inadvertent exposure. The issue was resolved in commit `46d98f2b`, which removes the logging of secrets, and users are advised to either apply this commit manually or upgrade to a version that includes this fix. As a temporary mitigation, users should audit existing logs for sensitive information and securely delete or redact any such data. There are no known exploits in the wild, and no CVSS score has been assigned. The vulnerability primarily impacts confidentiality, as sensitive data exposure could lead to unauthorized access or further compromise if attackers gain access to logs. Exploitation does not require authentication or user interaction but does require access to the log files, which may be restricted depending on system configuration. The scope is limited to deployments of the affected CVEProject/cve-services software versions, which are typically used by organizations managing CVE data or vulnerability intelligence services.

For European organizations, the exposure of sensitive information in logs can have significant repercussions. Organizations using CVEProject/cve-services to manage vulnerability data or provide CVE-related services risk leaking credentials or API keys that could allow attackers to escalate privileges, access internal systems, or manipulate vulnerability data. This could undermine the integrity of vulnerability management processes and potentially expose other connected systems. Confidentiality breaches may lead to compliance violations under GDPR, resulting in legal and financial penalties. Additionally, if attackers leverage leaked secrets to pivot within networks, availability and integrity of critical services could be impacted. The risk is heightened for national cybersecurity agencies, vulnerability coordination centers, and large enterprises involved in vulnerability disclosure or management, as they are more likely to deploy this software. Although no active exploitation has been reported, the presence of sensitive data in logs represents a persistent risk that must be addressed to maintain trust and security in vulnerability management workflows.

1. Immediate application of the fix: Organizations should manually apply the commit `46d98f2b` to remove secret logging or upgrade to a patched version once available. 2. Log audit and sanitization: Conduct a thorough review of existing logs to identify and securely remove any sensitive information that may have been logged. 3. Access control: Restrict access to log files to only essential personnel and systems, implementing strict file permissions and monitoring access logs. 4. Implement log management best practices: Use centralized, secure log management solutions with encryption at rest and in transit, and ensure logs are regularly rotated and purged. 5. Monitor for suspicious activity: Since leaked secrets could be used for lateral movement, monitor authentication logs and network traffic for anomalies. 6. Review and update security policies: Ensure that development and operations teams follow secure coding and logging practices to prevent similar issues. 7. Incident response readiness: Prepare to respond to any potential compromise resulting from leaked secrets, including credential revocation and forensic analysis.