CVE-2019-11228 : Security Advisory and Response

Gitea versions before 1.7.6 and 1.8.x before 1.8-RC3 are affected by a vulnerability in the form.MirrorAddress validation process.

Understanding CVE-2019-11228

The vulnerability in Gitea allows for improper validation of form.MirrorAddress before a critical function is executed.

What is CVE-2019-11228?

The issue lies in the repository/setting.go file of Gitea versions prior to 1.7.6 and 1.8.x before 1.8-RC3, where the form.MirrorAddress is not adequately validated before the SaveAddress function is triggered.

The Impact of CVE-2019-11228

This vulnerability could potentially be exploited by attackers to manipulate the MirrorAddress field, leading to unauthorized actions or data exposure within the Gitea application.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-11228

Gaining insight into the specifics of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The form.MirrorAddress in Gitea is not properly validated before the SaveAddress function is called, opening up the system to potential security risks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Gitea versions before 1.7.6
Gitea 1.8.x versions before 1.8-RC3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the MirrorAddress field to execute unauthorized actions or access sensitive data within Gitea.

Mitigation and Prevention

Understanding how to address and prevent the CVE-2019-11228 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Gitea to version 1.7.6 or 1.8-RC3, where the vulnerability has been patched.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities related to unauthorized access or data manipulation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update Gitea and other software components to ensure the latest security patches are applied.
Implement access controls and authentication mechanisms to restrict unauthorized access to critical functions.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Gitea and promptly apply them to mitigate potential risks.