CVE-2017-12790 : What You Need to Know

Metinfo 5.3.18 is vulnerable to Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF), leading to Information Disclosure remotely through the admin/index.php component.

Understanding CVE-2017-12790

This CVE involves a CSRF vulnerability in Metinfo 5.3.18 that allows for remote Information Disclosure.

What is CVE-2017-12790?

Metinfo 5.3.18 is susceptible to Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks.
The vulnerability leads to Information Disclosure remotely via the admin/index.php component.
Attackers can exploit this by tricking administrators into clicking malicious links while logged in.

The Impact of CVE-2017-12790

The vulnerability allows for unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Attackers can potentially extract confidential data remotely.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-12790

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Metinfo 5.3.18 is affected by a Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability.
The specific impact is Information Disclosure (remote).
The vulnerable component is admin/index.php.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the vulnerability by luring administrators to click on malicious links while logged in.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-12790 is crucial for maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement CSRF tokens to prevent CSRF attacks.
Educate administrators about the risks of clicking on unknown links.
Regularly monitor and audit system logs for suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security training for administrators and users.
Keep software and systems up to date with the latest security patches.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Metinfo to address the CSRF vulnerability.