CVE-2020-5288 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in PrestaShop versions 1.7.0.0 to 1.7.6.5 allows improper access controls on the product attributes page.

Understanding CVE-2020-5288

This CVE involves an improper access control issue in PrestaShop versions 1.7.0.0 to 1.7.6.5.

What is CVE-2020-5288?

The vulnerability in PrestaShop versions 1.7.0.0 to 1.7.6.5 results in improper access controls on the product attributes page, potentially leading to security breaches.

The Impact of CVE-2020-5288

The impact of this CVE is rated as medium severity with a CVSS base score of 4.1. It requires low privileges and user interaction to exploit, affecting confidentiality and integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-5288

This section provides technical details of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows unauthorized access to the product attributes page in PrestaShop versions 1.7.0.0 to 1.7.6.5.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: PrestaShop
Vendor: PrestaShop
Versions Affected: >= 1.7.0.0, < 1.7.6.5

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited over a network with low complexity, requiring user interaction.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-5288 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update PrestaShop to version 1.7.6.5 or later to fix the access control issue.
Monitor and restrict access to the product attributes page.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch PrestaShop to address security vulnerabilities.
Implement access control mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive areas.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by PrestaShop promptly to mitigate the vulnerability.