Learn about CVE-2020-21990, an information disclosure vulnerability in Emmanuel MyDomoAtHome (MDAH) REST API Domoticz ISS Gateway 0.2.40, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures here.
Emmanuel MyDomoAtHome (MDAH) REST API Domoticz ISS Gateway 0.2.40 is affected by an information disclosure vulnerability due to improper access control enforcement. An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit this to gain access to sensitive information.
Understanding CVE-2020-21990
This CVE involves an information disclosure vulnerability in the Emmanuel MyDomoAtHome (MDAH) REST API Domoticz ISS Gateway 0.2.40.
What is CVE-2020-21990?
CVE-2020-21990 is an information disclosure vulnerability in the MDAH REST API Domoticz ISS Gateway 0.2.40, allowing unauthenticated remote attackers to access sensitive information.
The Impact of CVE-2020-21990
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, posing a risk to the confidentiality and integrity of the affected systems.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-21990
This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from improper access control enforcement in the MDAH REST API Domoticz ISS Gateway 0.2.40, enabling attackers to retrieve sensitive information.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted requests to the affected API, bypassing access controls and gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2020-21990 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of patches and updates to address the vulnerability and enhance the security of the affected systems.