CVE-2020-24928 : Security Advisory and Response

PreMiD through version 2.1.3 exposes a locally hosted socketio web server to all origins, potentially allowing attackers to access sensitive Discord user information.

Understanding CVE-2020-24928

PreMiD through version 2.1.3 is vulnerable to a security issue that could lead to the exposure of Discord user data.

What is CVE-2020-24928?

This CVE refers to a vulnerability in managers/socketManager.ts in PreMiD through version 2.1.3, where a locally hosted socketio web server on port 3020 is open to all origins, enabling attackers to retrieve sensitive Discord user information.

The Impact of CVE-2020-24928

The vulnerability could result in unauthorized access to Discord user data, potentially compromising user privacy and security.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-24928

PreMiD through version 2.1.3 is susceptible to exploitation due to the following details:

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability lies in the exposure of a locally hosted socketio web server to all origins, creating a potential security risk.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions affected: All versions up to and including 2.1.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the open socketio web server on port 3020 to access sensitive Discord user information.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-24928, consider the following mitigation strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or restrict access to the locally hosted socketio web server.
Implement network-level controls to limit access to the vulnerable port.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update PreMiD to the latest secure version.
Conduct security assessments to identify and address similar vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by PreMiD to fix the vulnerability and enhance security.