CVE-2019-10272 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-10272, a CRLF Injection vulnerability in Weaver e-cology 9.0, allowing malicious activities like setting cookies. Find out how to mitigate and prevent this security issue.
A vulnerability was found in Weaver e-cology 9.0, allowing for CRLF Injection through a specific endpoint.
Understanding CVE-2019-10272
What is CVE-2019-10272?
This CVE identifies a CRLF Injection vulnerability in Weaver e-cology 9.0, specifically in the /workflow/request/ViewRequestForwardSPA.jsp endpoint.
The Impact of CVE-2019-10272
Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to CRLF Injection through the isintervenor parameter, potentially enabling malicious activities like setting cookies.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-10272
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in Weaver e-cology 9.0 allows for CRLF Injection via the isintervenor parameter, demonstrated by the %0aSet-cookie: substring.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Weaver e-cology 9.0
- Vendor: Weaver
- Version: Not applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating the isintervenor parameter to inject CRLF sequences, such as setting cookies maliciously.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by the vendor promptly.
- Monitor and restrict user input to prevent malicious CRLF Injection.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
- Educate developers and administrators on secure coding practices.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that the Weaver e-cology 9.0 system is regularly updated with the latest security patches to mitigate the CRLF Injection vulnerability.