CVE-2019-14550 : What You Need to Know

EspoCRM prior to version 5.6.9 has a vulnerability that allows for the execution of stored XSS when interacting with the Edit Dashboard function on the Homepage. This can lead to the compromise of user accounts.

Understanding CVE-2019-14550

EspoCRM vulnerability allowing stored XSS through the Edit Dashboard function.

What is CVE-2019-14550?

EspoCRM before version 5.6.9 is susceptible to stored XSS attacks.
Exploiting this vulnerability enables injecting malicious JavaScript code into the add tab list feature.
Triggering the injected code via the Edit Dashboard button can result in cookie theft and account compromise.

The Impact of CVE-2019-14550

Attackers can execute stored XSS attacks, leading to the theft of victims' cookies and compromising their accounts.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-14550

EspoCRM vulnerability technical specifics.

Vulnerability Description

Stored XSS vulnerability in EspoCRM before version 5.6.9.
Triggered when a user interacts with the Edit Dashboard feature on the Homepage.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: EspoCRM
Vendor: N/A
Versions affected: Prior to 5.6.9

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker injects malicious JavaScript into the add tab list feature.
Malicious code executes when a user clicks on the Edit Dashboard button.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent CVE-2019-14550.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade EspoCRM to version 5.6.9 or newer to patch the vulnerability.
Avoid interacting with suspicious or untrusted links or content.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to the latest versions.
Implement security measures like Content Security Policy (CSP) to mitigate XSS attacks.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by EspoCRM promptly to address vulnerabilities.