CVE-2019-12271 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Sandline Centraleyezer (On Premises) allows unrestricted file upload, posing a risk due to the lack of enforcement of appending the ".jpg" extension to filenames.

Understanding CVE-2019-12271

Sandline Centraleyezer (On Premises) has a vulnerability that allows uploading files of any type without enforcing the ".jpg" extension.

What is CVE-2019-12271?

The CVE-2019-12271 vulnerability in Sandline Centraleyezer (On Premises) permits the upload of files without the required ".jpg" extension, creating a security risk.

The Impact of CVE-2019-12271

This vulnerability allows malicious actors to upload potentially harmful files under the guise of legitimate file types, increasing the risk of executing malicious code on the server.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-12271

Sandline Centraleyezer (On Premises) vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The server does not enforce the appending of the ".jpg" extension to filenames during file uploads, enabling the upload of files of any type.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Sandline Centraleyezer (On Premises)
Vendor: N/A
Versions: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

Malicious actors can exploit this vulnerability by uploading files with harmful content disguised as benign files, potentially leading to remote code execution.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent CVE-2019-12271.

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement file type restrictions on uploads.
Enforce the appending of the ".jpg" extension to all uploaded filenames.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch the Centraleyezer system.
Conduct security audits to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Sandline to address the vulnerability.