CVE-2019-15569 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

HM Courts & Tribunals ccd-data-store-api before 2019-06-10 has a vulnerability allowing SQL injection through SearchQueryFactoryOperation.java and SortDirection.java.

Understanding CVE-2019-15569

This CVE involves a SQL injection vulnerability in the ccd-data-store-api of HM Courts & Tribunals.

What is CVE-2019-15569?

The ccd-data-store-api of HM Courts & Tribunals, before June 10, 2019, is susceptible to SQL injection, particularly in the files SearchQueryFactoryOperation.java and SortDirection.java.

The Impact of CVE-2019-15569

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries, potentially leading to data theft, manipulation, or unauthorized access.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-15569

The following technical details provide insight into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The ccd-data-store-api of HM Courts & Tribunals before June 10, 2019, is vulnerable to SQL injection, specifically related to SearchQueryFactoryOperation.java and SortDirection.java.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious SQL queries through the mentioned files, enabling unauthorized access to the database.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from potential exploits with these mitigation strategies.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches promptly.
Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs.
Monitor and log SQL queries for unusual activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security audits and code reviews.
Train developers on secure coding practices.
Utilize web application firewalls to filter and monitor incoming traffic.

Patching and Updates

Ensure the ccd-data-store-api is updated with the latest security patches to address the SQL injection vulnerability.