CVE-2019-3993 : Security Advisory and Response

ELOG 3.1.4-57bea22 and below is affected by an information disclosure vulnerability that allows unauthorized remote attackers to access a user's password hash.

Understanding CVE-2019-3993

A security vulnerability in ELOG versions prior to 3.1.4-57bea22 enables attackers to obtain a user's password hash through a specially crafted HTTP POST request.

What is CVE-2019-3993?

The CVE-2019-3993 vulnerability in ELOG versions before 3.1.4-57bea22 permits unauthorized remote access to user password hashes.

The Impact of CVE-2019-3993

This vulnerability allows attackers to retrieve user password hashes, potentially leading to unauthorized access to accounts and sensitive information.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-3993

ELOG 3.1.4-57bea22 and below are susceptible to an information disclosure vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

A remote unauthenticated attacker can recover a user's password hash by sending a crafted HTTP POST request.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: ELOG
Vendor: n/a
Versions affected: ELOG 3.1.4-57bea22 and below

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted HTTP POST request to gain access to user password hashes.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate action and long-term security practices are crucial to mitigate the CVE-2019-3993 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update ELOG to version 3.1.4-57bea22 or above to patch the vulnerability.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong password policies and encourage regular password changes.
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Regularly apply security patches and updates to ELOG to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.