CVE-2017-20028 : Security Advisory and Response

A critical vulnerability has been discovered in HumHub versions 0.20.1 and 1.0.0-beta.3, impacting privilege management and allowing for remote attacks.

Understanding CVE-2017-20028

This CVE identifies a critical vulnerability in HumHub versions 0.20.1 and 1.0.0-beta.3 that can lead to privilege escalation.

What is CVE-2017-20028?

The vulnerability in HumHub versions 0.20.1 and 1.0.0-beta.3 allows attackers to escalate privileges in an unidentified section of the software, enabling remote exploitation.

The Impact of CVE-2017-20028

CVSS Base Score: 5.6 (Medium Severity)
Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: High
Privileges Required: None
Confidentiality Impact: Low
Integrity Impact: Low
Availability Impact: Low

Technical Details of CVE-2017-20028

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in HumHub versions 0.20.1 and 1.0.0-beta.3 is classified as critical due to improper privilege management, allowing attackers to escalate privileges.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Versions: 0.20.1, 1.0.0-beta.3
Affected Component: Unspecified section of the software

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely to escalate privileges within the HumHub software.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2017-20028, users should take immediate steps and implement long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade to version 1.0.0 of HumHub to mitigate the vulnerability.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software components to the latest versions.
Implement network security measures to prevent remote attacks.
Conduct security assessments to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by HumHub to address vulnerabilities.