CVE-2025-13160 identifies a vulnerability in IQ-Support version 1.0 developed by IQ Service International, categorized under CWE-497, which involves the exposure of sensitive system information to unauthorized entities. The vulnerability allows unauthenticated remote attackers to access certain APIs that are improperly secured, enabling them to retrieve sensitive information from the internal network. This exposure can include configuration details, system metadata, or other internal data that could facilitate further exploitation or lateral movement within a network. The vulnerability requires no authentication (AT:N), no privileges (PR:N), and no user interaction (UI:N), making it remotely exploitable over the network with low attack complexity (AC:L). The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates no impact on integrity or availability but a low impact on confidentiality (VC:L), resulting in a medium severity score of 6.9. No patches or known exploits are currently available, highlighting the need for proactive mitigation. The flaw likely arises from insufficient access controls on internal APIs, exposing sensitive endpoints to external networks. Attackers leveraging this vulnerability can perform reconnaissance to gather intelligence that may assist in crafting targeted attacks or gaining unauthorized access to critical systems. The vulnerability's presence in version 1.0 suggests that organizations running this version are at risk until a fix or workaround is applied. Given the nature of IQ-Support as a support tool, the exposed information could include diagnostic or system status data, which can be valuable for attackers. The lack of authentication and user interaction requirements increases the risk of automated scanning and exploitation attempts. Organizations should audit API exposure, implement network segmentation, and enforce strict authentication and authorization controls to mitigate this threat. Monitoring network traffic for unusual API requests and applying virtual patching or firewall rules can reduce exposure while awaiting official patches.

For European organizations, the exposure of sensitive internal network information can significantly increase the risk of targeted attacks, including advanced persistent threats (APTs) and ransomware campaigns. Attackers gaining reconnaissance data can identify critical assets, system configurations, and potential vulnerabilities, enabling more effective exploitation. This can lead to data breaches, operational disruptions, and reputational damage. Industries with high reliance on IQ-Support for system maintenance or diagnostics, such as manufacturing, healthcare, and critical infrastructure, may face increased operational risks. The medium severity rating reflects that while direct system compromise is not immediate, the information disclosure can be a critical enabler for subsequent attacks. European organizations operating in tightly regulated sectors must also consider compliance implications related to unauthorized data exposure. The vulnerability's ease of exploitation without authentication means attackers can scan and target vulnerable systems broadly, increasing the threat landscape. Additionally, the lack of known exploits currently does not preclude future weaponization, necessitating prompt mitigation. The impact is compounded in environments where IQ-Support interfaces with sensitive or critical systems, potentially exposing internal network topology or credentials. Overall, the vulnerability undermines confidentiality and can indirectly affect integrity and availability through follow-on attacks.

1. Immediately restrict external network access to IQ-Support APIs by implementing network segmentation and firewall rules that limit API exposure to trusted internal networks only. 2. Enforce strong authentication and authorization mechanisms on all IQ-Support API endpoints to prevent unauthenticated access. 3. Conduct a thorough audit of all exposed APIs and disable or restrict any that are not essential for operational purposes. 4. Monitor network traffic for anomalous API requests or scanning activity targeting IQ-Support services to detect potential exploitation attempts early. 5. If possible, deploy virtual patching via web application firewalls (WAFs) or intrusion prevention systems (IPS) to block unauthorized API calls until an official patch is released. 6. Engage with IQ Service International for updates on patches or security advisories and apply official fixes promptly once available. 7. Implement strict logging and alerting on IQ-Support access to maintain visibility into usage patterns and potential abuse. 8. Educate IT and security teams about the vulnerability and the importance of securing support tools, which are often overlooked attack vectors. 9. Review and update incident response plans to include scenarios involving reconnaissance and information disclosure vulnerabilities. 10. Consider isolating IQ-Support instances in dedicated environments with minimal network exposure to reduce risk.