Kafka Cruise Control UI

What is the "Kafka Cruise Control UI" module?

The "Kafka Cruise Control UI" module is designed to detect misconfigurations in the Kafka Cruise Control UI software. It targets instances of the software that may have been improperly configured, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities. This module has a medium severity level.

Impact

If misconfigurations are detected in the Kafka Cruise Control UI software, it could result in security vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities may allow unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities.

How the module works?

The "Kafka Cruise Control UI" module works by performing various tests to identify misconfigurations in the Kafka Cruise Control UI software. It uses HTTP request templates and matching conditions to determine if the software has been improperly configured.

One example of an HTTP request used by this module is:

GET /kafka-cruise-control-ui

The module then checks for specific conditions to determine if a misconfiguration is present. These conditions include matching the HTML title tag with the text "Kafka Cruise Control UI".

If the module detects a misconfiguration, it will report it as a potential vulnerability.