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CVE-2020-5296 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Learn about CVE-2020-5296 affecting OctoberCMS versions 1.0.319 to 1.0.466. Find out the impact, affected systems, exploitation details, and mitigation steps to secure your server.

OctoberCMS (october/october composer package) versions from 1.0.319 to 1.0.466 are vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion, allowing attackers to delete local files on the server.

Understanding CVE-2020-5296

In OctoberCMS versions 1.0.319 to 1.0.466, an attacker with specific permissions can exploit a vulnerability to delete files on the server.

What is CVE-2020-5296?

The vulnerability in OctoberCMS allows an authenticated backend user with the

cms.manage_assets
permission to delete arbitrary local files on the server.

The Impact of CVE-2020-5296

        CVSS Base Score: 6.2 (Medium)
        Attack Vector: Network
        Integrity Impact: High
        Privileges Required: High
        Scope: Changed
        User Interaction: Required
        Exploitation: Requires user interaction and high privileges

Technical Details of CVE-2020-5296

OctoberCMS vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows an authenticated backend user to delete arbitrary local files on the OctoberCMS server.

Affected Systems and Versions

        Product: October
        Vendor: OctoberCMS
        Versions Affected: >= 1.0.319, < 1.0.466

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by an authenticated backend user with the

cms.manage_assets
permission.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2020-5296.

Immediate Steps to Take

        Update OctoberCMS to Build 466 (v1.0.466) where the issue has been patched.
        Review and restrict user permissions to minimize the impact of potential attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

        Regularly monitor and audit file deletion activities on the server.
        Educate users on secure practices to prevent unauthorized file deletions.

Patching and Updates

        Stay informed about security advisories and promptly apply patches to address known vulnerabilities.

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