Platformio Config File Disclosure

What is the "Platformio Config File Disclosure?"

The "Platformio Config File Disclosure" module is designed to detect the presence of the "platformio.ini" file, which is the project configuration file for the PlatformIO software. This module focuses on identifying potential misconfigurations in the platformio.ini file that may expose sensitive information.

PlatformIO is an open-source ecosystem for IoT development that provides a unified platform for building, testing, and deploying firmware for various microcontrollers and development boards.

This module has a low severity level, indicating that the potential impact of the disclosed configuration file is relatively limited.

Author: DhiyaneshDK

Impact

The disclosure of the "platformio.ini" file can potentially expose sensitive information about the project's configuration, such as the specified platform and board. This information may be valuable to attackers as it can provide insights into the project's hardware and software setup, potentially aiding in further attacks or unauthorized access.

How the module works?

The "Platformio Config File Disclosure" module works by sending an HTTP GET request to the "/platformio.ini" path. It then applies two matching conditions to determine if the configuration file is exposed:

- The module checks if the response body contains specific keywords, including "[platformio]", "platform =", and "board =". These keywords are commonly found in the platformio.ini file and indicate its presence. - The module verifies that the HTTP response status code is 200, indicating a successful request. This confirms that the platformio.ini file is accessible.

If both matching conditions are met, the module reports a vulnerability, indicating that the platformio.ini file has been detected and is publicly accessible.

Example HTTP request:

GET /platformio.ini

Matching conditions:

- Keywords: [platformio], platform =, board = - HTTP status code: 200

For more information, you can refer to the PlatformIO Project Configuration File documentation.

Metadata:

- max-request: 1 - verified: true - google-query: inurl:"/platformio.ini" - github-query: [platformio] language:INI