CVE-2019-5968 : Security Advisory and Response

GROWI version 3.4.6 and earlier by WESEEK, Inc. is vulnerable to cross-site request forgery (CSRF) allowing unauthorized individuals to manipulate user authentication.

Understanding CVE-2019-5968

This CVE involves a CSRF vulnerability in GROWI v3.4.6 and earlier versions, enabling attackers to hijack administrator authentication.

What is CVE-2019-5968?

CVE-2019-5968 is a security flaw in GROWI v3.4.6 and earlier versions that permits remote attackers to exploit CSRF to impersonate administrators.

The Impact of CVE-2019-5968

The vulnerability allows unauthorized individuals to assume administrator authentication by tampering with user 'Basic Info', posing a significant security risk.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-5968

This section provides in-depth technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The CSRF vulnerability in GROWI v3.4.6 and earlier versions enables remote attackers to compromise administrator authentication through user 'Basic Info' manipulation.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: GROWI
Vendor: WESEEK, Inc.
Versions Affected: v3.4.6 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the CSRF vulnerability by manipulating user 'Basic Info' to gain unauthorized access and assume administrator privileges.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2019-5968 with these mitigation strategies.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update GROWI to the latest version to patch the CSRF vulnerability.
Implement strong authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit user activities to detect suspicious behavior.
Educate users on security best practices to prevent CSRF attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and promptly apply patches to address vulnerabilities.