CVE-2019-12782 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A security flaw in pinboard updates in ThoughtSpot versions 4.4.1 through 5.1.1 (excluding 5.1.2) allows a user with limited privileges to tamper with other users' pinboards by falsifying GUIDs in update requests.

Understanding CVE-2019-12782

This CVE describes an authorization bypass vulnerability in ThoughtSpot versions 4.4.1 through 5.1.1, enabling a low-privilege user to delete pinboards of other users by manipulating GUIDs in update requests.

What is CVE-2019-12782?

An authorization bypass vulnerability in pinboard updates in ThoughtSpot versions 4.4.1 through 5.1.1
Allows a low-privilege user with write access to tamper with other users' pinboards by spoofing GUIDs in update requests

The Impact of CVE-2019-12782

Permits unauthorized deletion of pinboards belonging to other users
Exploitation can lead to data loss and unauthorized access to sensitive information

Technical Details of CVE-2019-12782

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Security flaw in pinboard updates in ThoughtSpot versions 4.4.1 through 5.1.1
Enables a user with limited privileges to tamper with other users' pinboards by falsifying GUIDs in update requests

Affected Systems and Versions

ThoughtSpot versions 4.4.1 through 5.1.1 (excluding 5.1.2)

Exploitation Mechanism

Spoofing GUIDs in pinboard update requests
User with write access to at least one pinboard can corrupt pinboards of other users

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-12782 is crucial to maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update ThoughtSpot to version 5.1.2 or later to mitigate the vulnerability
Monitor pinboard activities for any unauthorized changes

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement role-based access control to limit privileges
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by ThoughtSpot promptly to address known vulnerabilities