CVE-2020-11450 : What You Need to Know

Microstrategy Web 10.4 exposes sensitive information through a specific URL, potentially allowing attackers to gather details about the application environment.

Understanding CVE-2020-11450

This CVE involves a security vulnerability in Microstrategy Web 10.4 that could lead to information exposure.

What is CVE-2020-11450?

Microstrategy Web 10.4 reveals JVM configuration, CPU architecture, and installation folder details via a specific URL.
Attackers could exploit this flaw to gain insights into the application's operating environment.
The issue has been addressed in all versions of the product 11.0 and higher.

The Impact of CVE-2020-11450

Potential exposure of sensitive information about the application's environment.
Risk of attackers leveraging this data for further exploitation or reconnaissance activities.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-11450

This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Microstrategy Web 10.4 exposes JVM configuration, CPU architecture, and installation folder information through the URL /MicroStrategyWS/happyaxis.jsp.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Microstrategy Web 10.4
Versions: All versions below 11.0 are affected.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can access the vulnerable URL to extract sensitive details about the application's environment.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protective measures and actions to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2020-11450.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade to Microstrategy Web version 11.0 or higher to eliminate the vulnerability.
Monitor and restrict access to the /MicroStrategyWS/happyaxis.jsp URL.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update security configurations to prevent similar information exposure risks.
Conduct security assessments and audits to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Microstrategy to ensure the security of the application and prevent exploitation of this vulnerability.