CVE-2019-15955 : What You Need to Know

Total.js CMS 12.0.0 is affected by a vulnerability that allows a user with limited privileges to extract random values from a manipulated cookie. If an attacker obtains an admin-owned session cookie, they can conduct a brute force attack to acquire the admin password.

Understanding CVE-2019-15955

This CVE identifies a security issue in Total.js CMS 12.0.0 that can lead to unauthorized access to admin credentials.

What is CVE-2019-15955?

The vulnerability in Total.js CMS 12.0.0 allows a user with restricted privileges to extract random values from a manipulated cookie. Attackers who gain access to an admin session cookie can perform a brute force attack to obtain the admin password.

The Impact of CVE-2019-15955

The exploitation of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to sensitive admin credentials, compromising the security of the Total.js CMS.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-15955

Total.js CMS 12.0.0 vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

By manipulating a cookie, a user with limited privileges can extract random values. An attacker who obtains an admin session cookie can perform a brute force attack to acquire the admin password.

Affected Systems and Versions

Total.js CMS 12.0.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attacker manipulates a cookie to extract random values
If admin session cookie is obtained, a brute force attack can be conducted to obtain the admin password

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2019-15955.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Total.js CMS to the latest version
Monitor and restrict access to admin session cookies
Implement strong password policies

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly audit and review security configurations
Conduct security training for users to prevent cookie manipulation

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates promptly to address the vulnerability