CVE-2020-25849 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Openfind MailGates/MailAudit - Command Injection

Understanding CVE-2020-25849

MailGates and MailAudit products by Openfind are affected by a Command Injection flaw, allowing attackers to execute system commands.

What is CVE-2020-25849?

This CVE identifies a Command Injection vulnerability in Openfind's MailGates and MailAudit products, enabling attackers to run system commands via the cgi parameter after acquiring the user's access token.

The Impact of CVE-2020-25849

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 8.8, indicating a high severity level with significant impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-25849

Openfind MailGates/MailAudit products are susceptible to Command Injection.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw allows malicious actors to inject and execute system commands through the cgi parameter post-access token compromise.

Affected Systems and Versions

Products: MailGates, MailAudit
Vendor: Openfind
Versions Affected: <= 5.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the vulnerability by injecting and executing system commands via the cgi parameter after obtaining the user's access token.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take:

Apply the provided patch to version 5.2.8.048.

Long-Term Security Practices:

Regularly update software and apply security patches.
Implement access controls and least privilege principles.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing.

Patching and Updates:

Update to version 5.2.8.048 to mitigate the Command Injection vulnerability.