CVE-2019-18981 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

In Pimcore versions prior to 6.2.2, a vulnerability exists where an incorrect recipient ID in a specific scenario does not trigger an Access Denied outcome when a notification is sent.

Understanding CVE-2019-18981

This CVE details a security issue in Pimcore versions before 6.2.2.

What is CVE-2019-18981?

This CVE describes a missing Access Denied outcome when a notification is sent to an incorrect recipient ID in a specific scenario within Pimcore versions prior to 6.2.2.

The Impact of CVE-2019-18981

The vulnerability could potentially allow unauthorized access to notifications meant for specific recipients, leading to a breach of confidentiality and privacy.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-18981

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

In Pimcore versions before 6.2.2, the system fails to generate an Access Denied outcome when a notification is sent to an incorrect recipient ID in a specific scenario.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions affected: All versions before 6.2.2

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by sending notifications to incorrect recipient IDs, bypassing the Access Denied mechanism.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-18981, follow these mitigation steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade Pimcore to version 6.2.2 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Review and restrict access to notifications based on recipient IDs.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update Pimcore and other software components to the latest versions.
Implement access controls and validation mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Pimcore promptly to address security vulnerabilities.