CVE-2019-17578 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability was found in Dolibarr 10.0.2, specifically in the "outgoing email setup" function of the admin/mails.php?action=edit URL, leading to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack.

Understanding CVE-2019-17578

This CVE identifies a security issue in Dolibarr 10.0.2 that allows for XSS exploitation through a specific field in the email setup feature.

What is CVE-2019-17578?

This vulnerability in Dolibarr 10.0.2 enables attackers to execute cross-site scripting attacks by manipulating the "Sender email for automatic emails" field.

The Impact of CVE-2019-17578

The exploitation of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to sensitive information, manipulation of content, and potential data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-17578

This section provides detailed technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The issue in Dolibarr 10.0.2 allows for XSS attacks through the "Sender email for automatic emails" field in the admin/mails.php?action=edit URL.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Dolibarr 10.0.2
Vendor: N/A
Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious scripts into the mentioned field, leading to XSS attacks.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-17578 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or restrict access to the affected feature in Dolibarr 10.0.2.
Implement input validation to prevent script injection.
Regularly monitor and audit outgoing email configurations.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
Educate users on identifying and avoiding phishing attempts.
Stay informed about security updates and patches.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that Dolibarr is updated to a secure version that addresses the XSS vulnerability.