CVE-2019-9688 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-9688, a CSRF vulnerability on sftnow website allowing unauthorized admin account creation. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures.
A vulnerability on the sftnow website allowed for a CSRF attack to create an unauthorized admin account.
Understanding CVE-2019-9688
What is CVE-2019-9688?
sftnow through 2018-12-29 was susceptible to a CSRF vulnerability that enabled the addition of an admin account.
The Impact of CVE-2019-9688
The vulnerability could be exploited to create an unauthorized admin account on the sftnow website.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-9688
Vulnerability Description
The issue resided in the index.php?g=Admin&m=User&a=add_post feature, allowing for CSRF attacks.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Not applicable
- Vendor: Not applicable
- Versions: Not applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability could be exploited by manipulating the add_post feature to create an unauthorized admin account.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Monitor for any unauthorized admin accounts on the sftnow website.
- Implement CSRF protection mechanisms.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly audit and update website security measures.
- Conduct security training for developers to prevent similar vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that the sftnow website is updated to the latest version to patch the CSRF vulnerability.