CVE-2018-7718 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been identified in Telexy QPath 5.4.462 that allows an authenticated user with low privileges to manipulate user details of other accounts, including email addresses, usernames, and passwords.

Understanding CVE-2018-7718

This CVE entry discloses a security flaw in Telexy QPath 5.4.462 that can be exploited by a user with limited privileges to modify sensitive user information.

What is CVE-2018-7718?

The vulnerability in Telexy QPath 5.4.462 enables an authenticated user with low privileges to alter user details of other accounts, such as email addresses, usernames, and passwords, by submitting a customized serialized request to AdanitDataService.svc.

The Impact of CVE-2018-7718

Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized modifications of user information, potentially resulting in account takeovers and unauthorized access to sensitive data.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-7718

This section provides a deeper insight into the technical aspects of the CVE-2018-7718 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in Telexy QPath 5.4.462 allows a low-privileged authenticated user to manipulate user details, including email addresses, usernames, and passwords, of other user accounts by sending a specially crafted serialized request to AdanitDataService.svc.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Telexy QPath 5.4.462
Vendor: N/A
Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

The attacker can intercept their own password-change request and modify the username before it reaches the server, enabling them to change email addresses of unsuspecting users and potentially take over their accounts.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-7718 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by the vendor promptly.
Monitor user account activities for any unauthorized changes.
Educate users about social engineering tactics to prevent account takeovers.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement multi-factor authentication to enhance security measures.
Regularly audit user permissions and access levels to prevent unauthorized modifications.
Conduct security training sessions for users to raise awareness about potential threats.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for security updates and patches released by Telexy to address the CVE-2018-7718 vulnerability.