Learn about CVE-2018-1322 affecting Apache Syncope versions 1.2.x, 2.0.x, and unsupported 1.0.x, 1.1.x. Understand the impact, exploitation, and mitigation steps.
Apache Syncope versions 1.2.x prior to 1.2.11, 2.0.x prior to 2.0.8, and unsupported versions 1.0.x and 1.1.x may allow an attacker with administrative access to retrieve confidential security values.
Understanding CVE-2018-1322
An information disclosure vulnerability in Apache Syncope could lead to the exposure of sensitive security information.
What is CVE-2018-1322?
This CVE refers to a security flaw in Apache Syncope that could be exploited by an individual with administrative privileges to access confidential security data using specific parameters.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1322
The vulnerability could result in unauthorized access to sensitive security values, potentially leading to data breaches and compromise of confidential information.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1322
Apache Syncope's vulnerability allows for the retrieval of confidential security values through specific parameters.
Vulnerability Description
Administrators with user search privileges in affected versions can exploit the fiql and orderby parameters to access confidential security values.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by users with administrative access and user search privileges by manipulating the fiql and orderby parameters.
Mitigation and Prevention
Taking immediate steps and implementing long-term security practices are crucial to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2018-1322.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates