CVE-2019-20107 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

SQL injection vulnerabilities in TestLink versions up to 1.9.19 allow remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands.

Understanding CVE-2019-20107

Multiple instances of SQL injection vulnerabilities in TestLink versions up to 1.9.19 allow remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands by manipulating specific parameters.

What is CVE-2019-20107?

These vulnerabilities in TestLink versions up to 1.9.19 enable remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands by manipulating parameters in various files.

The Impact of CVE-2019-20107

Remote authenticated users can execute arbitrary SQL commands through specific parameters.
Authentication is easily achievable, as a guest account with attack execution capabilities can be created using default configurations.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-20107

SQL injection vulnerabilities in TestLink versions up to 1.9.19 allow remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via multiple parameters.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate parameters like 'tproject_id,' 'req_spec_id,' 'requirement_id,' 'build_id,' 'tplan_id,' 'tcase_id,' and 'testcase_id' in various TestLink files.

Affected Systems and Versions

TestLink versions up to 1.9.19 are affected by these SQL injection vulnerabilities.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit these vulnerabilities by manipulating specific parameters in TestLink files, enabling the execution of arbitrary SQL commands.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take:

Update TestLink to the latest version to patch the vulnerabilities.
Restrict access to vulnerable files and parameters to authorized users only. Long-Term Security Practices:
Regularly monitor and audit user access and activities within TestLink.
Implement secure coding practices to prevent SQL injection vulnerabilities.
Educate users on secure authentication practices.
Regularly update and patch software to address security flaws.