CVE-2019-11632 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-11632, a vulnerability in Octopus Deploy versions 2019.1.0 to 2019.3.1 and 2019.4.0 to 2019.4.5 allowing users to access and modify unscoped variables from unauthorized projects.
Between Octopus Deploy versions 2019.1.0 and 2019.3.1, as well as versions 2019.4.0 to 2019.4.5, a user with specific permissions could access and modify unscoped variables from another project.
Understanding CVE-2019-11632
In Octopus Deploy 2019.1.0 through 2019.3.1 and 2019.4.0 through 2019.4.5, an authenticated user with certain permissions could view or edit unscoped variables from a different project.
What is CVE-2019-11632?
This CVE refers to a vulnerability in Octopus Deploy versions that allowed authorized users to access and modify unscoped variables from projects they were not supposed to have access to.
The Impact of CVE-2019-11632
The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and modification of sensitive data, potentially compromising the confidentiality and integrity of projects within Octopus Deploy.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-11632
In-depth technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
Users with VariableViewUnscoped or VariableEditUnscoped permissions in specific Octopus Deploy versions could manipulate unscoped variables from unauthorized projects.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Octopus Deploy versions 2019.1.0 to 2019.3.1
- Octopus Deploy versions 2019.4.0 to 2019.4.5
Exploitation Mechanism
Authorized users with the mentioned permissions could exploit this vulnerability to access and modify unscoped variables from projects they were not assigned to.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2019-11632 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade Octopus Deploy to a patched version that addresses the vulnerability.
- Review and adjust user permissions to limit access to sensitive data.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update user roles and permissions.
- Conduct security training for users to understand and adhere to access control policies.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that Octopus Deploy is regularly updated with the latest security patches to prevent vulnerabilities like CVE-2019-11632.