CVE-2019-10784 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

phppgadmin version up to 7.12.1 lacks validation of the application's origin, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary system commands.

Understanding CVE-2019-10784

phppgadmin through version 7.12.1 is vulnerable to Cross-site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks.

What is CVE-2019-10784?

phppgadmin up to version 7.12.1 fails to validate the application's origin during sensitive actions, specifically in the "database.php" section, enabling remote attackers to exploit this vulnerability.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10784

Remote attackers can deceive logged-in administrators into visiting malicious pages with CSRF exploits.
This can lead to the execution of arbitrary system commands on the server.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10784

phppgadmin version up to 7.12.1 is susceptible to CSRF attacks.

Vulnerability Description

Lack of validation of the application's origin during sensitive actions.
Vulnerable section: "database.php".

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: phppgadmin
Vendor: n/a
Versions: All versions

Exploitation Mechanism

Remote attackers trick administrators into visiting malicious pages with CSRF exploits.
Allows execution of arbitrary system commands on the server.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take:

Update phppgadmin to the latest version.
Implement CSRF tokens to validate requests. Long-Term Security Practices:
Regularly monitor and audit web application logs for suspicious activities.
Educate users on identifying and avoiding phishing attacks.
Employ network and web application firewalls to filter and monitor traffic.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing regularly.
Stay informed about security best practices and vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates:
Apply security patches promptly to mitigate known vulnerabilities.