CVE-2020-28413 : Security Advisory and Response

In MantisBT 2.24.3, a SQL Injection vulnerability exists in the parameter "access" of the mc_project_get_users function through the API SOAP.

Understanding CVE-2020-28413

This CVE involves a SQL Injection vulnerability in MantisBT 2.24.3, potentially allowing attackers to manipulate SQL queries.

What is CVE-2020-28413?

CVE-2020-28413 is a SQL Injection vulnerability found in MantisBT 2.24.3, specifically in the "access" parameter of the mc_project_get_users function through the API SOAP.

The Impact of CVE-2020-28413

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 5.3, indicating a medium severity issue with high confidentiality impact and low privileges required for exploitation.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-28413

This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The SQL Injection vulnerability in MantisBT 2.24.3 allows attackers to inject malicious SQL queries through the "access" parameter of the mc_project_get_users function.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Version: MantisBT 2.24.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: High
Attack Vector: Network
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: None
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: None
Scope: Unchanged

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-28413 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update MantisBT to a patched version that addresses the SQL Injection vulnerability.
Implement input validation to sanitize user-supplied data.
Monitor and analyze SQL queries for unusual patterns that may indicate injection attempts.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify and address potential weaknesses.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches provided by MantisBT to fix the SQL Injection vulnerability.