CVE-2019-19030 : What You Need to Know

Harbor versions prior to 1.10.3 and 2.x before 2.0.1 have a vulnerability that allows for resource enumeration through unauthenticated API calls.

Understanding CVE-2019-19030

What is CVE-2019-19030?

CVE-2019-19030 is a vulnerability found in Harbor versions before 1.10.3 and 2.x prior to 2.0.1 that enables resource enumeration through unauthenticated API calls.

The Impact of CVE-2019-19030

This vulnerability can expose the existence of a resource by analyzing the HTTP status code, potentially leading to unauthorized access or information disclosure.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-19030

Vulnerability Description

The issue arises from unauthenticated API calls that inadvertently reveal the presence of resources due to improper handling of responses.

Affected Systems and Versions

Harbor versions prior to 1.10.3
Harbor 2.x versions before 2.0.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by making unauthenticated API calls to the affected Harbor versions, allowing them to enumerate resources based on the HTTP status codes returned.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade Harbor to version 1.10.3 or 2.0.1 to mitigate the vulnerability.
Restrict access to the Harbor API to authenticated users only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit API calls for unusual patterns.
Implement strong authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Harbor to address the vulnerability.