CVE-2019-15720 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-15720 affecting CloudBerry Backup v6.1.2.34, allowing local privilege escalation. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures here.
CloudBerry Backup v6.1.2.34 has a security vulnerability enabling local privilege escalation, allowing users with limited access to modify backup plans and execute scripts with elevated privileges.
Understanding CVE-2019-15720
What is CVE-2019-15720?
CloudBerry Backup v6.1.2.34 vulnerability permits local privilege escalation through backup plan modifications and script execution with elevated privileges.
The Impact of CVE-2019-15720
The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to escalate their privileges and potentially execute malicious scripts with system-level permissions.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-15720
Vulnerability Description
The flaw in CloudBerry Backup v6.1.2.34 enables users with limited access to modify backup plans and execute scripts with NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM privileges.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: CloudBerry Backup
- Vendor: CloudBerry Lab
- Version: 6.1.2.34
Exploitation Mechanism
Unauthorized users can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating backup plans and inserting scripts to run with elevated privileges.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update CloudBerry Backup to the latest version to patch the vulnerability.
- Restrict access to the backup configuration to authorized users only.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update backup configurations to prevent unauthorized modifications.
- Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user access rights.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches and updates provided by CloudBerry Lab to address the vulnerability.