CVE-2019-13978 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in Ovidentia 8.4.3 enables SQL Injection attacks by exploiting the id parameter within a request to index.php?tg=delegat&idx=mem.

Understanding CVE-2019-13978

This CVE entry describes a SQL Injection vulnerability in Ovidentia 8.4.3.

What is CVE-2019-13978?

The vulnerability in Ovidentia 8.4.3 allows attackers to perform SQL Injection attacks by manipulating the id parameter in specific requests.

The Impact of CVE-2019-13978

This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, data manipulation, and potentially full control of the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-13978

This section provides technical details of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Ovidentia 8.4.3 arises from improper handling of user-supplied input in the id parameter of certain requests, leading to SQL Injection.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Version: Ovidentia 8.4.3
Other versions may also be affected if they use the same vulnerable code.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the vulnerability by injecting malicious SQL code into the id parameter of requests to achieve unauthorized access or data manipulation.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-13978 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by the vendor promptly.
Implement input validation to sanitize user-supplied data.
Monitor and analyze SQL queries for unusual patterns.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regular security assessments and code reviews to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Educate developers and administrators on secure coding practices.

Patching and Updates

Regularly update Ovidentia to the latest version to ensure all security patches are applied.
Stay informed about security advisories and updates from the vendor.