CVE-2019-11551 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Code42 Enterprise and Crashplan for Small Business through Client version 6.9.1 allow an attacker to create a restore request that may result in unauthorized file restoration.

Understanding CVE-2019-11551

An adversary exploiting this vulnerability can manipulate a restore inquiry in Code42 Enterprise and Crashplan for Small Business, potentially leading to unauthorized file restoration.

What is CVE-2019-11551?

In Code42 Enterprise and Crashplan for Small Business using Client version 6.9.1, attackers can craft a restore request through the Code42 app, restoring files to locations where they lack write privileges.

The Impact of CVE-2019-11551

This vulnerability could allow attackers to restore files to destinations where they do not have the necessary permissions to write, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data manipulation.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-11551

Code42 Enterprise and Crashplan for Small Business are affected through Client version 6.9.1.

Vulnerability Description

An adversary can create a restore inquiry that may result in unauthorized file restoration.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Version: Client version 6.9.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by crafting a restore request through the Code42 app, restoring files to unauthorized locations.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take:

Update Code42 Enterprise and Crashplan for Small Business to the latest version.
Monitor file restoration activities for any suspicious behavior. Long-Term Security Practices:
Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict unnecessary access.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
Educate users on safe file restoration practices. Patch and Updates:
Apply patches and updates provided by Code42 to address this vulnerability.