CVE-2020-7938 : Security Advisory and Response

Plone.restapi in Plone 5.2.0 through 5.2.1 allows users with a certain privilege level to escalate their privileges up to the highest level.

Understanding CVE-2020-7938

Plone.restapi in Plone 5.2.0 through 5.2.1 has a vulnerability that enables users to elevate their privileges.

What is CVE-2020-7938?

CVE-2020-7938 is a security vulnerability in Plone 5.2.0 through 5.2.1 that permits users with specific privileges to escalate their access rights to the highest level.

The Impact of CVE-2020-7938

This vulnerability can be exploited by users with limited privileges to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or perform actions reserved for higher privileged users.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-7938

Plone.restapi in Plone 5.2.0 through 5.2.1 is susceptible to privilege escalation.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in Plone.restapi allows users with a certain privilege level to elevate their permissions to the highest level, potentially leading to unauthorized access and actions.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Plone
Vendor: N/A
Versions: 5.2.0 through 5.2.1

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability in Plone.restapi can be exploited by users with specific privilege levels to manipulate their access rights and gain unauthorized elevated privileges.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-7938, follow these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the security hotfix provided by Plone to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor user privileges and access levels to detect any unauthorized escalations.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update user privileges to ensure the principle of least privilege.
Conduct security training for users to raise awareness about privilege escalation risks.

Patching and Updates

Install patches and updates released by Plone to fix the vulnerability and prevent privilege escalation.