CVE-2024-52870 is a vulnerability identified in Teradata Vantage Editor version 1.0.1, a tool primarily intended for SQL database access and browsing Teradata documentation. The vulnerability stems from the inclusion of unintended functionality within the application, notably access to Chromium Developer Tools. This functionality allows a client user to navigate to arbitrary remote websites, which is outside the intended scope of the application. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-909, which relates to improper control of a resource through developer tools, indicating that the embedded Chromium Developer Tools can be misused to bypass intended access controls. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.1 (high severity), with vector AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N. This means the attack requires local access (AV:L), low attack complexity (AC:L), no privileges (PR:N), but does require user interaction (UI:R). The scope is unchanged (S:U), and the impact on confidentiality and integrity is high (C:H/I:H), with no impact on availability (A:N). Although no known exploits are reported in the wild, the vulnerability could allow an attacker with local access to leverage the Chromium Developer Tools to load malicious or arbitrary remote content, potentially leading to data leakage, unauthorized data manipulation, or further exploitation of the client environment. The affected version is specifically 1.0.1, but no other versions are listed. The vulnerability was reserved in November 2024 and published in January 2025. No patches or fixes have been linked yet, indicating the need for caution and proactive mitigation.

The primary impact of CVE-2024-52870 is the potential compromise of confidentiality and integrity within environments using Teradata Vantage Editor 1.0.1. By enabling access to arbitrary remote websites through Chromium Developer Tools, an attacker or malicious user could exfiltrate sensitive data, inject malicious scripts, or manipulate SQL queries or database content indirectly. This could lead to unauthorized data disclosure, data tampering, or the introduction of further malware or exploits via remote content. Since the vulnerability requires local access and user interaction, the risk is somewhat mitigated against remote attackers but remains significant for insider threats or compromised endpoints. Organizations relying on Teradata Vantage Editor for critical data analytics and warehousing could face data breaches, regulatory compliance violations, and operational disruptions. The lack of current known exploits reduces immediate risk but does not eliminate the threat, especially as attackers may develop exploits once the vulnerability is public. The absence of a patch increases exposure duration. Overall, the vulnerability poses a high risk to data confidentiality and integrity in affected environments.

To mitigate CVE-2024-52870, organizations should implement several specific measures beyond generic advice: 1) Restrict access to Teradata Vantage Editor 1.0.1 to trusted users only, minimizing exposure to untrusted or potentially malicious users. 2) Disable or restrict access to Chromium Developer Tools within the application if possible, or use application-level controls to prevent navigation to arbitrary remote websites. 3) Monitor network traffic originating from endpoints running the editor for unusual or unauthorized connections to external sites, employing network intrusion detection systems (NIDS) or web proxy logs. 4) Enforce strict endpoint security controls, including application whitelisting and user privilege restrictions, to reduce the risk of local exploitation. 5) Educate users about the risks of interacting with unexpected prompts or developer tools within the editor. 6) Engage with Teradata support or security advisories to obtain patches or updates as soon as they become available. 7) Consider isolating the editor environment in a sandbox or virtual machine to contain potential exploitation. 8) Regularly audit and review database access logs for signs of unauthorized queries or data manipulation. These targeted steps can reduce the likelihood and impact of exploitation until an official patch is released.