CVE-2020-5899 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2020-5899 affecting NGINX Controller 3.0.0-3.4.0. Attackers can intercept recovery codes, leading to account hijacking. Find mitigation steps here.
NGINX Controller 3.0.0-3.4.0 allows an attacker to intercept recovery codes for password resets, leading to potential account hijacking.
Understanding CVE-2020-5899
NGINX Controller version 3.0.0-3.4.0 is vulnerable to account hijacking due to the insecure handling of recovery codes.
What is CVE-2020-5899?
In NGINX Controller 3.0.0-3.4.0, recovery codes for password changes are transmitted and stored in plain text, enabling attackers to intercept and misuse them for unauthorized password resets.
The Impact of CVE-2020-5899
The vulnerability allows attackers to request password resets for other users and retrieve their recovery codes, potentially leading to unauthorized access and account hijacking.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-5899
NGINX Controller 3.0.0-3.4.0 vulnerability details.
Vulnerability Description
- Recovery codes for password changes stored in plain text
- Attacker can intercept recovery codes
- Allows unauthorized password resets
Affected Systems and Versions
- NGINX Controller versions 3.0.0 to 3.4.0
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attacker intercepts database connection or gains read access to retrieve recovery codes
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting against CVE-2020-5899.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update NGINX Controller to a patched version
- Monitor for any unauthorized password reset requests
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement secure password reset mechanisms
- Encrypt sensitive data in the database
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches provided by NGINX Controller to address the vulnerability