CVE-2019-1036 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2019-1036, a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint Server. Find affected systems, exploitation details, and mitigation steps.
The Microsoft Office SharePoint XSS Vulnerability is a type of security flaw known as cross-site scripting (XSS) affecting various Microsoft products.
Understanding CVE-2019-1036
What is CVE-2019-1036?
This vulnerability occurs in Microsoft SharePoint Server when a web request with specific characteristics is not appropriately sanitized, leading to a cross-site scripting (XSS) security flaw.
The Impact of CVE-2019-1036
- Type: Cross-site scripting (XSS)
- Vulnerability: Microsoft SharePoint Server not properly sanitizing web requests
- Distinct from CVE-2019-1031, CVE-2019-1032, and CVE-2019-1033
Technical Details of CVE-2019-1036
Vulnerability Description
- Type: Cross-site scripting (XSS)
- Occurs in Microsoft SharePoint Server
- Triggered by unsanitized web requests
Affected Systems and Versions
- Microsoft Project Server 2010 Service Pack 2
- Microsoft SharePoint Foundation 2013 Service Pack 1
- Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016
- Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019
Exploitation Mechanism
- Specially crafted web requests to affected SharePoint servers
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security updates from Microsoft
- Implement proper input validation and output encoding
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regular security assessments and audits
- Employee training on secure coding practices
Patching and Updates
- Regularly check for and apply security patches from Microsoft