CVE-2019-8232 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-8232 affecting Magento versions prior to 1.9.4.3, 1.14.4.3, 2.2.10, 2.3.3, and 2.3.2-p1. Find out how to prevent the race condition exploit and execute arbitrary code.
Magento versions prior to 1.9.4.3, 1.14.4.3, 2.2.10, 2.3.3, and 2.3.2-p1 are vulnerable to a race condition exploit allowing authenticated users with administrative privileges to execute arbitrary code.
Understanding CVE-2019-8232
An overview of the security vulnerability in Magento versions.
What is CVE-2019-8232?
An authenticated user with administrative privileges can exploit a race condition in Magento versions prior to 1.9.4.3, 1.14.4.3, 2.2.10, 2.3.3, or 2.3.2-p1 to modify the webserver configuration file and execute arbitrary code.
The Impact of CVE-2019-8232
- Allows attackers to modify webserver configuration files and execute arbitrary code
Technical Details of CVE-2019-8232
Insight into the technical aspects of the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- Race condition exploit in Magento versions
Affected Systems and Versions
- Magento Open Source prior to 1.9.4.3
- Magento Commerce prior to 1.14.4.3
- Magento 2.2 prior to 2.2.10
- Magento 2.3 prior to 2.3.3 or 2.3.2-p1
Exploitation Mechanism
- Authenticated user with administrative privileges
- Ability to modify webserver configuration file
- Execution of arbitrary code
Mitigation and Prevention
Guidelines to address and prevent the vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply the necessary security patches
- Restrict administrative privileges
- Monitor webserver configuration changes
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regular security audits and updates
- Employee training on secure practices
- Implementing least privilege access controls
Patching and Updates
- Install Magento security patches promptly
- Stay informed about security advisories and updates