CVE-2019-12903 : Security Advisory and Response

Pydio Cells versions prior to 1.5.0 are vulnerable to a flaw that exposes sensitive information when a Name field is provided in an unexpected Unicode format.

Understanding CVE-2019-12903

Pydio Cells before version 1.5.0 mishandles unexpected Unicode formats in the Name field, leading to the exposure of sensitive data through error messages.

What is CVE-2019-12903?

This CVE refers to a vulnerability in Pydio Cells versions prior to 1.5.0 that allows the disclosure of sensitive information due to improper handling of Unicode formats in the Name field.

The Impact of CVE-2019-12903

The vulnerability in Pydio Cells can result in the exposure of database column or table names, potentially revealing critical information to attackers.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-12903

Pydio Cells vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

Pydio Cells before version 1.5.0 fails to handle unexpected Unicode formats in the Name field, leading to the inadvertent exposure of database information in error messages.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Pydio Cells
Vendor: N/A
Versions Affected: Prior to 1.5.0

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability is exploited by providing a Name field in an unexpected Unicode format, triggering the mishandling and subsequent disclosure of sensitive data.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-12903.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Pydio Cells to version 1.5.0 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor system logs for any unusual error messages that may indicate exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update application security configurations.
Educate users on safe data input practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Pydio promptly to address security issues.