CVE-2019-11196 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2019-11196, an authentication bypass flaw in ValuePLUS Integrated University Management System (IUMS) allowing attackers to gain admin privileges. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures here.
ValuePLUS Integrated University Management System (IUMS) has a critical security flaw that allows unauthorized individuals to bypass authentication and gain administrator privileges.
Understanding CVE-2019-11196
What is CVE-2019-11196?
An authentication bypass vulnerability in all versions of ValuePLUS Integrated University Management System (IUMS) enables remote attackers to exploit the Teachers Web Panel (TWP) to gain administrator access.
The Impact of CVE-2019-11196
If successfully exploited, attackers can perform actions with administrator privileges, such as accessing and modifying students' personal information and altering system settings.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-11196
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in IUMS allows attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrator privileges through the TWP User ID or Password field.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: ValuePLUS Integrated University Management System (IUMS)
- Versions: All versions are affected
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can enter values into the TWP fields to gain unauthorized access and perform actions as administrators.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Implement strong authentication mechanisms
- Monitor and restrict access to sensitive system areas
- Regularly review and update user privileges
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing
- Provide security awareness training to users
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches and updates provided by the software vendor