CVE-2019-15574 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Gesior-AAC before May 1, 2019, is vulnerable to SQL injection attacks in the accountmanagement.php file.

Understanding CVE-2019-15574

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in Gesior-AAC that could be exploited for SQL injection attacks.

What is CVE-2019-15574?

Gesior-AAC, prior to May 1, 2019, had a security flaw in the accountmanagement.php file, allowing attackers to perform SQL injection attacks by targeting the serviceID parameter.

The Impact of CVE-2019-15574

The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, manipulation of databases, and potential service disruptions.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-15574

Gesior-AAC vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Gesior-AAC before May 1, 2019, enables SQL injection attacks through the serviceID parameter in the accountmanagement.php file.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the vulnerability by injecting malicious SQL queries through the serviceID parameter, potentially gaining unauthorized access to the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2019-15574.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Gesior-AAC to a patched version that addresses the SQL injection vulnerability.
Implement input validation mechanisms to sanitize user inputs and prevent SQL injection attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit web applications for security vulnerabilities.
Educate developers on secure coding practices to prevent SQL injection and other common web application vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by Gesior-AAC to fix the SQL injection vulnerability and enhance overall system security.