CVE-2018-12475 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2018-12475, a vulnerability in obs-service-download_files of openSUSE Open Build Service allowing authenticated users to send HTTP requests to internal networks, potentially accessing exposed data. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures here.
A vulnerability in obs-service-download_files in openSUSE Open Build Service allows authenticated users to create external references to resources in different spheres, potentially accessing exposed data.
Understanding CVE-2018-12475
What is CVE-2018-12475?
The obs-service-download_files vulnerability in openSUSE Open Build Service enables authenticated users to send HTTP requests to internal networks, posing a risk of unauthorized data access.
The Impact of CVE-2018-12475
This vulnerability affects the security of the openSUSE Open Build Service platform, allowing users to potentially breach internal networks and access sensitive data.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-12475
Vulnerability Description
The flaw in obs-service-download_files permits authenticated users to create external references to resources in different spheres, potentially leading to unauthorized access to internal network data.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Open Build Service
- Vendor: openSUSE
- Version: obs-service-download_files <= 0.6.2
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows authenticated users to generate HTTP requests against internal networks, potentially downloading exposed data.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update to a patched version of obs-service-download_files.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update access controls.
- Conduct security training for users to prevent unauthorized access.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches provided by openSUSE to address the obs-service-download_files vulnerability.