CVE-2020-5302 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-5302 affecting MH-WikiBot, allowing unprivileged users to access privileged actions. Find mitigation steps and long-term security practices here.
MH-WikiBot had a vulnerability that allowed unprivileged users to access privileged actions on the IRC interface. The issue has been fixed in commit 23d9d5b0a59667a5d6816fdabb960b537a5f9ed1.
Understanding CVE-2020-5302
MH-WikiBot vulnerability allowing unauthorized access to privileged commands.
What is CVE-2020-5302?
MH-WikiBot, an IRC Bot for Miraheze API interaction, had a bug enabling unprivileged users to access steward commands by impersonating privileged users without proper authentication.
The Impact of CVE-2020-5302
- CVSS Score: 8.2 (High Severity)
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Integrity Impact: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- User Interaction: Required
- Scope: Changed
Technical Details of CVE-2020-5302
MH-WikiBot vulnerability specifics.
Vulnerability Description
The flaw in MH-WikiBot allowed unprivileged users to execute privileged actions on the IRC interface without proper authentication.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Product: MH-WikiBot
- Vendor: examknow
- Vulnerable Version: < commit 23d9d5b0a59667a5d6816fdabb960b537a5f9ed1
Exploitation Mechanism
Unauthorized users could exploit the bug by impersonating privileged users on the IRC interface.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update MH-WikiBot to the fixed version.
- Implement proper access controls and authentication mechanisms.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly audit and review access control mechanisms.
- Train users on secure authentication practices.
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches and updates promptly to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.