CVE-2020-36192 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

An issue was discovered in the Source Integration plugin before 2.4.1 for MantisBT that allows attackers to access private Issue information.

Understanding CVE-2020-36192

What is CVE-2020-36192?

This CVE refers to a vulnerability in the Source Integration plugin for MantisBT that enables unauthorized access to private Issue details.

The Impact of CVE-2020-36192

The vulnerability allows attackers to view private Issue information, compromising confidentiality and potentially leading to unauthorized modifications.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-36192

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in the Source Integration plugin permits access to private Issue Summary fields when attached to existing Changesets, exposing sensitive data.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Source Integration plugin
Vendor: MantisBT
Versions affected: Before 2.4.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can view private Issue details on specific pages and link any Issue to a Changeset without proper access.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the Source Integration plugin to version 2.4.1 or newer.
Review and restrict access permissions within the plugin configuration.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit access to private Issue information.
Educate users on secure configuration practices to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates for plugins and promptly apply patches to address known vulnerabilities.