CVE-2018-19194 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2018-19194 affecting XiaoCms 20141229. Discover how this vulnerability exposes complete file paths, its impact, and mitigation steps to secure your system.
A vulnerability was found in XiaoCms 20141229 that exposes complete file paths in an error message, potentially leading to information disclosure.
Understanding CVE-2018-19194
This CVE identifies a security issue in XiaoCms 20141229 that allows full path disclosure in specific error messages.
What is CVE-2018-19194?
XiaoCms 20141229's /admin/index.php?c=database endpoint exposes complete file paths in error messages, revealing sensitive information.
The Impact of CVE-2018-19194
The vulnerability could be exploited by attackers to gain insights into the file structure of the system, aiding in further attacks or information gathering.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-19194
XiaoCms 20141229 vulnerability details and affected systems.
Vulnerability Description
The /admin/index.php?c=database endpoint in XiaoCms 20141229 exposes full file paths in error messages, specifically in cases of stream opening failures.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Product: XiaoCms 20141229
- Affected Version: Not applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can trigger specific error conditions to elicit error messages that disclose complete file paths, potentially aiding them in further attacks.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protective measures to address CVE-2018-19194.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable detailed error messages to prevent exposure of sensitive information.
- Implement input validation to avoid triggering error conditions that lead to path disclosure.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update XiaoCms to the latest secure version.
- Conduct security audits to identify and address similar information disclosure vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Apply patches or updates provided by XiaoCms to fix the vulnerability and prevent path disclosure.