CVE-2019-12918 : Security Advisory and Response

Quest KACE Systems Management Appliance Server Center version 9.1.317 is susceptible to a SQL injection vulnerability in the software_library.php file. The parameters order[0][column] and order[0][dir] are impacted by this security issue.

Understanding CVE-2019-12918

This CVE entry identifies a specific vulnerability in Quest KACE Systems Management Appliance Server Center version 9.1.317.

What is CVE-2019-12918?

CVE-2019-12918 is a CVE entry that highlights a SQL injection vulnerability in the software_library.php file of Quest KACE Systems Management Appliance Server Center version 9.1.317. The vulnerability affects the parameters order[0][column] and order[0][dir].

The Impact of CVE-2019-12918

The SQL injection vulnerability in Quest KACE Systems Management Appliance Server Center version 9.1.317 can have severe consequences, including unauthorized access to sensitive data, data manipulation, and potential system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-12918

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Quest KACE Systems Management Appliance Server Center version 9.1.317 allows attackers to execute SQL injection attacks through the affected parameters order[0][column] and order[0][dir].

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Quest KACE Systems Management Appliance Server Center
Version: 9.1.317

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious SQL code into the order[0][column] and order[0][dir] parameters, potentially leading to unauthorized database access and data manipulation.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-12918 requires immediate action and long-term security measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by the vendor promptly.
Implement input validation mechanisms to sanitize user inputs and prevent SQL injection attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to address known vulnerabilities.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate potential security weaknesses.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that the affected software, Quest KACE Systems Management Appliance Server Center version 9.1.317, is updated to a secure version that addresses the SQL injection vulnerability.