CVE-2019-16245 : What You Need to Know

OMERO before version 5.6.1 exposes personal information of all users to every user.

Understanding CVE-2019-16245

In versions prior to 5.6.1, OMERO allows all users to access the personal information of each user.

What is CVE-2019-16245?

OMERO before 5.6.1 makes the details of each user available to all users.

The Impact of CVE-2019-16245

This vulnerability allows unauthorized users to access sensitive personal information of all users on the system.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-16245

OMERO before 5.6.1 exposes personal information of all users to every user.

Vulnerability Description

In versions prior to 5.6.1, OMERO does not restrict access to personal information, leading to a privacy breach.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by any authenticated user to view personal details of all other users on the platform.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate action is necessary to secure the system and prevent unauthorized access.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade OMERO to version 5.6.1 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Restrict user access permissions to limit exposure of personal information.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update access control policies.
Conduct security audits to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.
Educate users on data privacy best practices.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.