CVE-2019-10184 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2019-10184, a vulnerability in Undertow before 2.0.23.Final allowing attackers to predict web app directory structures. Find mitigation steps and update recommendations here.
Undertow before version 2.0.23.Final is vulnerable to an information leak issue that could lead to an information disclosure.
Understanding CVE-2019-10184
Undertow, prior to version 2.0.23.Final, has a security vulnerability that allows attackers to predict directory structures of web apps.
What is CVE-2019-10184?
This CVE refers to a security vulnerability in Undertow that enables attackers to predict directory structures of web apps through specific requests.
The Impact of CVE-2019-10184
- CVSS Score: 5.3 (Medium Severity)
- Confidentiality Impact: Low
- Integrity Impact: None
- Attack Vector: Network
- Attack Complexity: Low
- No user interaction or privileges required
Technical Details of CVE-2019-10184
Undertow version 2.0.23.Final is affected by the following:
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows potential attackers to predict directory structures of web apps by making requests without trailing slashes via the API.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Undertow
- Vendor: undertow-io
- Affected Version: Fixed in 2.0.23.Final
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by sending requests without trailing slashes via the API to predict directory structures of web apps.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2019-10184, consider the following:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Undertow to version 2.0.23.Final or later.
- Monitor and restrict API requests to prevent information disclosure.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
- Implement secure coding practices to prevent similar issues in the future.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by Undertow to fix the vulnerability and enhance system security.