CVE-2019-10198 : Security Advisory and Response

A security issue in foreman-tasks prior to version 0.15.7 was found, revealing an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows unauthenticated users to access task details.

Understanding CVE-2019-10198

A vulnerability in foreman-tasks version 0.15.7 that enables unauthenticated access to task details.

What is CVE-2019-10198?

An authentication bypass vulnerability in foreman-tasks before version 0.15.7 allows unauthenticated users to view task details through the web UI or API.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10198

CVSS Score: 6.5 (Medium)
Confidentiality Impact: High
Unauthorized users can access task details, posing a risk to sensitive information.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10198

Details of the vulnerability in foreman-tasks version 0.15.7.

Vulnerability Description

The issue allows unauthenticated users to access task details through the web UI or API.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: foreman-tasks
Vendor: The Foreman Project
Affected Version: 0.15.7

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthenticated users can exploit the vulnerability by discovering or guessing the task's UUID.

Mitigation and Prevention

Measures to address and prevent the CVE-2019-10198 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade foreman-tasks to version 0.15.7 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Implement strong authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit access to sensitive information.
Educate users on secure practices to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches for foreman-tasks to address vulnerabilities.