CVE-2019-9823 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-9823 affecting JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA, exposing server credentials in plain text. Find mitigation steps and update information here.
Several versions of JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA have a vulnerability that exposes server credentials in plain text in IDE configuration files.
Understanding CVE-2019-9823
This CVE highlights a security issue in JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA related to storing server credentials in plain text.
What is CVE-2019-9823?
In certain versions of JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA, creating remote run configurations for JavaEE application servers results in the IDE configuration files storing server credentials in plain text.
The Impact of CVE-2019-9823
The vulnerability exposes sensitive server credentials, potentially leading to unauthorized access to servers and sensitive data.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-9823
This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The issue allows the storage of server credentials in plain text within IDE configuration files.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected versions: 2018.3.5, 2018.2.8, 2018.1.8
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers could exploit this vulnerability by accessing the plain text server credentials stored in the IDE configuration files.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2019-9823 is crucial for maintaining security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA to the fixed versions: 2018.3.5, 2018.2.8, 2018.1.8
- Avoid storing sensitive credentials in plain text
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement secure credential storage practices
- Regularly review and update security configurations
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches and updates provided by JetBrains to address the vulnerability