AWS VDP · Report #2784712
Information Disclosure Due To exposed .env file (Directory Listing) at ████████
Informativestatus
highseverity
46upvotes
22 Oct 2024disclosed
How it was found
A .env file was discovered on the server at ████, exposing sensitive application configurations, including database credentials, email settings, and more. This information could allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access to critical systems and services.
Steps to Reproduce:
- Open a web browser.
- Navigate to ████████.
- The .env file content is displayed, revealing sensitive information.
PoC Video Link: ██████
Impact
The exposed .env file could lead to multiple security threats, including but not limited to:
Unauthorized database access using DB_HOST, DB_USERNAME, and DB_PASSWORD. Compromise of email services via MAIL_USERNAME and MAIL_PASSWORD. Ability to access or manipulate other connected services.