CVE-2019-16682 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

The TYPO3 version 1.2.1 of the url_redirect extension is vulnerable to SQL Injection due to inadequate sanitization of user input.

Understanding CVE-2019-16682

The url_redirect extension for TYPO3 is susceptible to SQL Injection due to improper user input sanitization.

What is CVE-2019-16682?

The url_redirect (URL redirect) extension version 1.2.1 for TYPO3 is exposed to SQL Injection as it fails to adequately sanitize user input.

The Impact of CVE-2019-16682

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

Technical Details of CVE-2019-16682

The technical aspects of the CVE-2019-16682 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The url_redirect extension version 1.2.1 for TYPO3 lacks proper input sanitization, enabling SQL Injection attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: TYPO3
Version: 1.2.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can inject malicious SQL queries through user input fields in the url_redirect extension, exploiting the lack of input validation.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2019-16682.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or remove the url_redirect extension if not essential for operations.
Implement strict input validation and sanitization routines in the extension's code.
Regularly monitor and audit user input for suspicious or malicious content.

Long-Term Security Practices

Educate developers on secure coding practices, emphasizing input validation and sanitization.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by TYPO3 to address the SQL Injection vulnerability in the url_redirect extension.