CVE-2020-28726 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2020-28726, an open redirect vulnerability in SeedDMS 6.0.13 that could lead to phishing attacks. Find out how to mitigate the risk and apply necessary patches.
SeedDMS 6.0.13 Open Redirect Vulnerability
Understanding CVE-2020-28726
What is CVE-2020-28726?
The CVE-2020-28726 vulnerability involves an open redirect in SeedDMS 6.0.13 through the dropfolderfileform1 parameter to out/out.AddDocument.php.
The Impact of CVE-2020-28726
This vulnerability could allow attackers to redirect users to malicious websites, potentially leading to phishing attacks or the installation of malware.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-28726
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability exists in SeedDMS 6.0.13 and can be exploited via the dropfolderfileform1 parameter in the out/out.AddDocument.php file.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Version: SeedDMS 6.0.13
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can manipulate the dropfolderfileform1 parameter to redirect users to malicious sites.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable the affected parameter or apply a security patch if available.
- Educate users about the risks of clicking on unverified links.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update SeedDMS to the latest version to prevent known vulnerabilities.
- Implement URL filtering and validation mechanisms to block malicious redirects.
Patching and Updates
Apply patches provided by SeedDMS to address the open redirect vulnerability.