CVE-2019-10770 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-10770 affecting io.ratpack:ratpack-core versions 0.9.10 to 1.7.6. Understand the XSS vulnerability targeting the error handler in development mode and how to mitigate the risk.
Versions of io.ratpack:ratpack-core ranging from 0.9.10 to 1.7.6, including both ends of the range, have a vulnerability to Cross-site Scripting (XSS) targeting the error handler in development mode.
Understanding CVE-2019-10770
This CVE affects versions of io.ratpack:ratpack-core, making them susceptible to Cross-site Scripting (XSS) attacks.
What is CVE-2019-10770?
- Vulnerability in io.ratpack:ratpack-core versions 0.9.10 to 1.7.6
- Exploits untrusted data in exception messages in development mode
The Impact of CVE-2019-10770
- Allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session
- Production mode error handler is not vulnerable
Technical Details of CVE-2019-10770
This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- XSS vulnerability in io.ratpack:ratpack-core
- Targets error handler in development mode
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: io.ratpack:ratpack-core
- Versions: All versions from 0.9.10 to 1.7.6
Exploitation Mechanism
- Exploits untrusted data in exception messages
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect systems from CVE-2019-10770 with these strategies.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable development mode in production environments
- Regularly monitor and sanitize exception messages
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement input validation and output encoding
- Conduct security training for developers
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches provided by the vendor
- Stay informed about security updates