CVE-2020-14490 : What You Need to Know

OpenClinic GA 5.09.02 and 5.89.05b have vulnerabilities that could lead to the disclosure of sensitive files or execution of malicious files.

Understanding CVE-2020-14490

OpenClinic GA versions 5.09.02 and 5.89.05b are affected by a path traversal vulnerability.

What is CVE-2020-14490?

OpenClinic GA versions 5.09.02 and 5.89.05b allow arbitrary local files to be specified within its parameter, potentially leading to the disclosure of sensitive files or the execution of malicious uploaded files.

The Impact of CVE-2020-14490

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 8.8 (High severity) with high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-14490

OpenClinic GA's vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The issue involves improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory (path traversal) in OpenClinic GA versions 5.09.02 and 5.89.05b.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: OpenClinic GA
Vendor: open source
Vulnerable Versions: 5.09.02, 5.89.05b

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allows attackers to specify arbitrary local files within parameters, potentially leading to the disclosure of sensitive information or execution of malicious files.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2020-14490 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade OpenClinic GA to the latest version to ensure all current fixes are in place.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
Implement access controls and input validation to prevent path traversal attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and apply patches promptly to secure systems.