CVE-2018-16281 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

This CVE-2018-16281 article provides details about an access control issue in the "Profields - Project Custom Fields" app by DEISER affecting versions prior to 6.0.2 in Jira.

Understanding CVE-2018-16281

This CVE-2018-16281 vulnerability involves incorrect access control in the "Profields - Project Custom Fields" app by DEISER for Jira.

What is CVE-2018-16281?

The app "Profields - Project Custom Fields" by DEISER, version prior to 6.0.2, is affected by an issue related to incorrect access control in Jira.

The Impact of CVE-2018-16281

The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to gain access to sensitive information or perform unauthorized actions within the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-16281

This section covers specific technical details of the CVE-2018-16281 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The DEISER "Profields - Project Custom Fields" app before 6.0.2 for Jira has Incorrect Access Control.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: "Profields - Project Custom Fields" by DEISER
Versions Affected: Prior to 6.0.2

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by unauthorized users to bypass access controls and gain unauthorized access to sensitive data or perform unauthorized actions.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2018-16281, follow these mitigation and prevention steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the "Profields - Project Custom Fields" app to version 6.0.2 or later.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update access control policies.
Conduct security training for users to raise awareness of access control best practices.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates promptly to ensure the latest security fixes are in place.