Elasticsearch Output Plugin Vulnerability in Logstash by Elastic

CVE-2016-10362

What is CVE-2016-10362?

Before version 5.0.1, the Elasticsearch Output plugin in Logstash had a vulnerability that could lead to the logging of HTTP basic authentication credentials to files during connection updates. This means sensitive information could have been improperly stored, increasing the risk of unauthorized access to critical systems and data. It is essential for users of affected versions to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate the risk of data exposure.

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