CVE-2018-19109 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2018-19109, a vulnerability in tianti 2.3 allowing remote authenticated users to bypass permission restrictions, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data modifications. Find mitigation steps and best practices here.
Users who are authenticated remotely can bypass the intended restrictions on permissions in tianti 2.3 by directly accessing the tianti-module-admin/cms/column/list page to either view the column list or make edits to a column.
Understanding CVE-2018-19109
tianti 2.3 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended permission restrictions by visiting tianti-module-admin/cms/column/list directly to read the column list page or edit a column.
What is CVE-2018-19109?
This CVE describes a vulnerability in tianti 2.3 that enables authenticated remote users to circumvent permission restrictions by accessing specific pages.
The Impact of CVE-2018-19109
The vulnerability allows unauthorized access to sensitive information and the ability to modify columns, potentially leading to data breaches or unauthorized changes.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-19109
Vulnerability Description
Authenticated remote users can exploit the flaw to view or edit columns by directly accessing a specific page in tianti 2.3.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: tianti 2.3
- Vendor: Not applicable
- Version: Not applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability is exploited by authenticated remote users accessing the tianti-module-admin/cms/column/list page.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Restrict remote access to sensitive pages and functions.
- Monitor and log access to critical areas for unusual activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update access control policies.
- Conduct security training for users on proper access practices.
Patching and Updates
Apply patches or updates provided by the vendor to address the vulnerability.