CVE-2020-14942 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-14942 affecting Tendenci 12.0.10, allowing unrestricted deserialization in apps\helpdesk\views\staff.py. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures.
Tendenci 12.0.10 allows unrestricted deserialization in apps\helpdesk\views\staff.py.
Understanding CVE-2020-14942
Tendenci 12.0.10 has a vulnerability that allows unrestricted deserialization in a specific file.
What is CVE-2020-14942?
This CVE refers to a security flaw in Tendenci 12.0.10 that enables unrestricted deserialization in the 'staff.py' file within the helpdesk views.
The Impact of CVE-2020-14942
The vulnerability could be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code, leading to potential unauthorized access or data manipulation.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-14942
Tendenci 12.0.10 vulnerability details.
Vulnerability Description
Unrestricted deserialization issue in apps\helpdesk\views\staff.py in Tendenci 12.0.10.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Not applicable
- Vendor: Not applicable
- Version: Not applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious code by manipulating the deserialization process.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address CVE-2020-14942.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable or restrict access to the affected 'staff.py' file.
- Implement input validation to prevent malicious data injection.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update Tendenci to the latest version to patch known vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security audits to identify and address potential weaknesses.
Patching and Updates
Apply patches or updates provided by Tendenci to fix the vulnerability.