CVE-2020-11593 : Security Advisory and Response

An issue was discovered in CIPPlanner CIPAce 9.1 Build 2019092801 where an unauthenticated attacker can exploit the system to send emails from a trusted email address.

Understanding CVE-2020-11593

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in CIPPlanner CIPAce 9.1 Build 2019092801 that allows unauthorized email sending.

What is CVE-2020-11593?

The vulnerability in CIPPlanner CIPAce 9.1 Build 2019092801 enables an unauthenticated attacker to send emails using injected HTML data from a customer trusted email address.

The Impact of CVE-2020-11593

The exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized email communication from a trusted source, potentially causing reputational damage and spreading malicious content.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-11593

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

Vulnerability Description

The issue in CIPPlanner CIPAce 9.1 Build 2019092801 allows attackers to send emails by injecting HTML data through an HTTP POST request.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: CIPPlanner CIPAce 9.1 Build 2019092801
Vendor: N/A
Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the vulnerability by making an HTTP POST request with injected HTML data.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-11593 is crucial to prevent unauthorized email activities.

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement input validation to prevent HTML injection attacks.
Monitor outgoing emails for suspicious activities.
Apply security patches or updates provided by the vendor.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
Educate users on email security best practices.
Keep systems and software up to date with the latest security patches.
Consider implementing email authentication mechanisms.
Utilize email filtering solutions to detect and block malicious emails.
Employ network segmentation to limit the impact of potential breaches.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and updates from CIPPlanner.
Apply patches promptly to address known vulnerabilities.