CVE-2020-24985 : What You Need to Know

An issue was discovered in Quadbase EspressReports ES 7 Update 9. An authenticated user can manipulate parameters to execute external files or payloads.

Understanding CVE-2020-24985

This CVE involves a vulnerability in Quadbase EspressReports ES 7 Update 9 that allows authenticated users to perform unauthorized actions.

What is CVE-2020-24985?

The vulnerability enables authenticated users to access the MenuPage section and modify parameters to execute external payloads.

The Impact of CVE-2020-24985

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized retrieval and execution of external files or payloads by authenticated users, potentially compromising the system's integrity and confidentiality.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-24985

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

An authenticated user in Quadbase EspressReports ES 7 Update 9 can manipulate the frmsrc parameter to retrieve and execute external files or payloads.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Quadbase EspressReports ES 7 Update 9
Vendor: Quadbase
Version: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability is exploited by changing the frmsrc parameter value in the MenuPage section to execute unauthorized actions.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-24985 with these security measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches or updates provided by the vendor.
Monitor and restrict user access to critical application sections.
Implement strong authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
Educate users on secure practices and the importance of parameter validation.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and updates from Quadbase.
Regularly update and patch the Quadbase EspressReports ES to mitigate known vulnerabilities.