CVE-2019-6779 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Cscms 4.1.8 admin.php/links/save CSRF vulnerability allows unauthorized manipulation of friend links.

Understanding CVE-2019-6779

This CVE involves a security vulnerability in Cscms 4.1.8 that enables unauthorized users to alter friend links through CSRF attacks.

What is CVE-2019-6779?

This CVE identifies a flaw in Cscms 4.1.8 that permits unauthorized users to add, modify, or delete friend links by exploiting the admin.php/links/save CSRF vulnerability.

The Impact of CVE-2019-6779

The vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate friend links without proper authorization, potentially leading to unauthorized changes or deletions.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-6779

This section provides in-depth technical information about the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The CSRF vulnerability in Cscms 4.1.8's admin.php/links/save function enables unauthorized users to perform actions on friend links.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Version: Cscms 4.1.8
Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized users can exploit the CSRF vulnerability in admin.php/links/save to manipulate friend links by adding, modifying, or deleting them.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2019-6779 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement input validation to prevent unauthorized actions.
Regularly monitor and review friend links for any unauthorized changes.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security audits to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Educate users on safe browsing practices and the risks of CSRF attacks.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by the software vendor to address the CSRF vulnerability in Cscms 4.1.8.