CVE-2019-7925 : What You Need to Know

Magento versions 2.1 before 2.1.18, 2.2 before 2.2.9, and 2.3 before 2.3.2 have an insecure direct object reference (IDOR) vulnerability that allows an administrator with restricted permissions to delete the folder containing downloadable products.

Understanding CVE-2019-7925

This CVE identifies a security flaw in various versions of Magento that could be exploited by attackers with limited privileges.

What is CVE-2019-7925?

An insecure direct object reference (IDOR) vulnerability exists in Magento 2.1 prior to 2.1.18, Magento 2.2 prior to 2.2.9, and Magento 2.3 prior to 2.3.2. This vulnerability enables an administrator with restricted permissions to delete the folder containing downloadable products.

The Impact of CVE-2019-7925

Attackers with limited privileges can delete the folder containing downloadable products, potentially disrupting e-commerce operations.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-7925

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows an administrator with restricted permissions to delete the folder containing downloadable products in Magento versions 2.1 before 2.1.18, 2.2 before 2.2.9, and 2.3 before 2.3.2.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: Magento 2
Vulnerable Versions: Magento 2.1 prior to 2.1.18, Magento 2.2 prior to 2.2.9, Magento 2.3 prior to 2.3.2

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker with limited privileges to delete the folder containing downloadable products.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from this vulnerability by following these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Magento to the latest patched versions (2.1.18, 2.2.9, 2.3.2) to mitigate the IDOR vulnerability.
Regularly review and adjust administrator permissions to limit access to critical functions.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict access based on job roles.
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by Magento promptly to address known vulnerabilities and enhance system security.