CVE-2018-14836 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Subrion 4.2.1 vulnerability allows unauthorized access to the Admin panel.

Understanding CVE-2018-14836

This CVE relates to an improper access control issue in Subrion 4.2.1, enabling unauthorized users to access the Admin panel.

What is CVE-2018-14836?

The vulnerability in Subrion 4.2.1 allows users from the Guests user group, who should not have Admin panel access, to still enter the panel without performing any actions.

The Impact of CVE-2018-14836

Unauthorized users can access the Admin panel, potentially leading to information exposure or unauthorized activities.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-14836

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from improper access control, permitting unauthorized access to the Admin panel.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Subrion 4.2.1
Vendor: N/A
Versions: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized users from the Guests user group gain access to the Admin panel without the ability to execute actions within it.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Restrict access to the Admin panel to authorized user groups only.
Regularly review and update user permissions.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement role-based access control to limit unauthorized access.
Conduct security audits to identify and address access control issues.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by Subrion to address the improper access control vulnerability.