CVE-2019-10845 : What You Need to Know

A flaw has been identified in Uniqkey Password Manager 1.14 that allows remote servers to manipulate a prompt, preventing users from securing their login credentials.

Understanding CVE-2019-10845

What is CVE-2019-10845?

This vulnerability in Uniqkey Password Manager 1.14 enables malicious web servers to interfere with the prompt that appears when users enter new login information for unregistered websites.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10845

Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to a denial of service situation where users are unable to save their login credentials securely.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10845

Vulnerability Description

When users input new credentials for unregistered sites, a prompt is displayed for saving these credentials.
Remote servers can view and manipulate this prompt, potentially preventing its appearance.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Uniqkey Password Manager 1.14
Vendor: Unspecified
Version: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

Malicious web servers can manipulate the prompt to prevent it from appearing, hindering users from securing their login credentials.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the password manager until a patch is available.
Avoid entering sensitive information on unregistered websites.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update the password manager software.
Educate users on safe browsing practices to minimize exposure to such vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply the latest patches and updates provided by the software vendor.