Ech0 has Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) via Connect Handler fetchPeerConnectInfo
## Summary The `fetchPeerConnectInfo` function in `internal/service/connect/connect.go:214-239` uses `httpUtil.SendRequest` (no SSRF protection) instead of `SendSafeRequest` (which has `ValidatePublicHTTPURL` with private IP blocking). This allows authenticated users to make the server request arbitrary URLs including internal/cloud metadata endpoi...
CVSS 7.7 LOW. SENTINEL APEX recommends immediate patch evaluation. Intelligence from 1 confirmed source(s).
๐ Executive Summary
CYBERDUDEBIVASH SENTINEL APEX has confirmed a LOW-tier threat intelligence signal for GHSA-1876389afca929d9 affecting go github.com/lin-snow/ech0. Composite threat score: 43/100. Intelligence corroborated across 1 source(s): github_advisories. CVSS base score: 7.7. Exploitation probability assessed as HIGH based on vulnerability characteristics.
โ ๏ธ Business Impact Analysis
- โ ๏ธ Privilege escalation โ local attacker can become SYSTEM/root
๐ Attack Chain Analysis
Step-by-step attack chain based on observed TTPs and vulnerability characteristics:
| # | Phase | Attacker Action | MITRE |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Reconnaissance | Attacker identifies exposed github.com/lin-snow/ech0 instances via Shodan, Censys, or targeted scanning | TA0043 |
2 |
Initial Access | Exploitation of GHSA-1876389afca929d9 in go github.com/lin-snow/ech0 | T1190 |
3 |
Privilege Escalation | Local privilege escalation to SYSTEM/root for full control | T1068 |
4 |
Persistence | Backdoor, scheduled task, or new admin account created for persistent access | T1053 |
5 |
Command & Control | Attacker establishes persistent C2 channel using HTTPS or DNS tunneling | T1071 |
6 |
Impact / Objectives | Intellectual property theft, espionage, cryptomining, or preparation for future attack stage | T1657 |
โ Deep Dive Analysis
This high-severity vulnerability in go github.com/lin-snow/ech0 (CVSS 7.7) represents a significant attack surface. SENTINEL APEX assesses exploitation to be technically feasible with moderate effort. Organizations running github.com/lin-snow/ech0 in internet-facing or privileged positions face immediate risk.
SENTINEL APEX URGENCY: ELEVATED. Score: 43/100 LOW. Patch before exploitation activity begins.
๐ฏ MITRE ATT&CK Mapping
| Category | Mapping |
|---|---|
| Primary Tactic | Collection |
| Primary Technique | T1213 โ Data from Information Repositories |
| Sub-Technique | T1190 โ Exploit Public-Facing Application |
| Weakness (CWE) | CWE-918 |
| Intel Type | ๐ด CVE ANALYSIS |
| Source(s) | github_advisories |
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๐ก๏ธ SOC Response Playbook
- 1IMMEDIATE (0-1hr): Identify all instances of github.com/lin-snow/ech0 in your environment via CMDB/asset inventory
- 2IMMEDIATE (0-1hr): Apply vendor patch โ no maintenance window exception for LOW threats
- 3IMMEDIATE (1-2hr): If no patch available: implement WAF rules, ACLs, or network-level compensating controls
- 4SHORT-TERM (2-4hr): Deploy Sigma detection rule to SIEM โ validate alert generation in test environment
- 5SHORT-TERM (4-8hr): Review logs for exploitation indicators (anomalous github.com/lin-snow/ech0 requests, error spikes)
- 6SHORT-TERM (8-24hr): Hunt for post-exploitation: new admin accounts, scheduled tasks, lateral movement
- 7MONITOR: Subscribe to go security advisories for patch updates
- 8ONGOING: Track SENTINEL APEX intelligence feed for follow-on campaigns targeting github.com/lin-snow/ech0
๐ Intelligence References
- github.com/advisories/GHSA-8mc6-xjpr-h98x
- github.com/lin-snow/Ech0/security/advisories/GHSA-8mc6-xjpr-h98x
- github.com/lin-snow/Ech0/commit/091d26d2d942df6df9f520328d2f9cf2592bbe
- github.com/advisories/GHSA-8mc6-xjpr-h98x
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Report ID: SENTINEL-GHSA-1876389afca929d9-2026-05-07 | Priority: 43/100 LOW | Sources: 1
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