CVE-2020-24693 : Security Advisory and Response

Mitel MiContact Center Business before 9.3.0.0 allows a local attacker to view system information through the Ignite portal due to insufficient output sanitization.

Understanding CVE-2020-24693

The vulnerability in Mitel MiContact Center Business exposes a security flaw that could be exploited by a local attacker.

What is CVE-2020-24693?

The Ignite portal in Mitel MiContact Center Business before version 9.3.0.0 is susceptible to a security issue that enables a local attacker to access system information.

The Impact of CVE-2020-24693

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive system data, posing a risk to the confidentiality and integrity of the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-24693

Mitel MiContact Center Business vulnerability details and exploitation methods.

Vulnerability Description

Insufficient output sanitization in the Ignite portal of Mitel MiContact Center Business before 9.3.0.0 allows a local attacker to view system information.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Mitel MiContact Center Business
Versions affected: Before 9.3.0.0

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by a local attacker to gain unauthorized access to system information through the Ignite portal.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2020-24693.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Mitel MiContact Center Business to version 9.3.0.0 or later.
Implement strict access controls to limit local access to sensitive system information.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit system logs for any unauthorized access attempts.
Conduct security training for personnel to raise awareness of potential security risks.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by Mitel to address the vulnerability in MiContact Center Business.