CVE-2020-6164 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

SilverStripe through 4.5.0 allows disclosure of hosting a Silverstripe application via a specific URL path. The vulnerability is limited to CLI execution and does not pose a risk through web-based access.

Understanding CVE-2020-6164

This CVE involves a disclosure vulnerability in SilverStripe that can reveal the hosting of a Silverstripe application through a specific URL path.

What is CVE-2020-6164?

In SilverStripe through version 4.5.0, a default URL path can expose that a domain is hosting a Silverstripe application without specifying the version. The issue is confined to CLI execution and does not create a vulnerability through web-based access.

The Impact of CVE-2020-6164

The disclosure of hosting a Silverstripe application can potentially aid attackers in targeting known vulnerabilities specific to Silverstripe applications.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-6164

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in SilverStripe through 4.5.0 allows the exposure of hosting a Silverstripe application through a specific URL path without disclosing the version.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Version: SilverStripe through 4.5.0

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited through the default URL path configured by the silverstripe/framework module.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-6164 is crucial to maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Monitor and restrict access to the vulnerable URL path.
Implement access controls to limit exposure.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update SilverStripe to the latest version to patch known vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches provided by SilverStripe to address the vulnerability.