CVE-2020-5293 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-5293, a vulnerability in PrestaShop allowing unauthorized access to product pages with combinations, attachments, and specific prices. Find mitigation steps here.
In PrestaShop between versions 1.7.0.0 and 1.7.6.5, there are improper access controls on product pages with combinations, attachments, and specific prices. The issue has been resolved in version 1.7.6.5.
Understanding CVE-2020-5293
This CVE involves improper access control on product pages in PrestaShop versions 1.7.0.0 to 1.7.6.5.
What is CVE-2020-5293?
CVE-2020-5293 refers to a vulnerability in PrestaShop that allows unauthorized access to product pages with combinations, attachments, and specific prices.
The Impact of CVE-2020-5293
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 6.5, indicating a medium severity issue with high confidentiality impact and low integrity impact. It requires low privileges and user interaction.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-5293
This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability involves improper access controls on product pages with specific features 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 privileges required and user interaction.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2020-5293 with these steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update PrestaShop to version 1.7.6.5 or later.
- Monitor access to product pages with combinations, attachments, and specific prices.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update access control mechanisms.
- Conduct security audits to identify and address similar vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by PrestaShop to fix the vulnerability.