CVE-2019-19025 : What You Need to Know

VMware Harbor Container Registry for the Pivotal Platform, versions prior to 1.8.6 and 1.9.3, is susceptible to Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks.

Understanding CVE-2019-19025

Cloud Native Computing Foundation Harbor prior to 1.8.6 and 1.9.3 allows CSRF in the VMware Harbor Container Registry for the Pivotal Platform.

What is CVE-2019-19025?

CVE-2019-19025 is a vulnerability in VMware Harbor Container Registry for the Pivotal Platform that exposes it to Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks.

The Impact of CVE-2019-19025

This vulnerability could allow attackers to perform unauthorized actions on behalf of an authenticated user, leading to potential data breaches or unauthorized access.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-19025

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability Type: Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Affected Component: VMware Harbor Container Registry
Versions Affected: Prior to 1.8.6 and 1.9.3

Affected Systems and Versions

VMware Harbor Container Registry for the Pivotal Platform versions prior to 1.8.6 and 1.9.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by tricking a user into executing malicious actions unknowingly while authenticated on the affected system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update VMware Harbor Container Registry to version 1.8.6 or 1.9.3 to mitigate the CSRF vulnerability.
Implement CSRF protection mechanisms in web applications to prevent such attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit web application activities for any suspicious behavior.
Educate users about the risks of clicking on unknown links or executing unauthorized actions.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and promptly apply patches released by VMware to address vulnerabilities like CSRF in Harbor Container Registry.