CVE-2019-7419 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

This CVE-2019-7419 article provides insights into a cross-site scripting vulnerability found in the SyncThru Web Service of the SAMSUNG X7400GX device.

Understanding CVE-2019-7419

What is CVE-2019-7419?

The SyncThru Web Service V6.A6.25 V11.01.05.25_08-21-2015 of the SAMSUNG X7400GX device has a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the "/sws/leftmenu.sws" path, affecting parameters like ruiFw_id, ruiFw_pid, and ruiFw_title.

The Impact of CVE-2019-7419

This vulnerability could allow attackers to execute malicious scripts on the user's web browser, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-7419

Vulnerability Description

XSS vulnerability exists in the SyncThru Web Service of the SAMSUNG X7400GX device, specifically in the "/sws/leftmenu.sws" path and multiple parameters.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: SAMSUNG X7400GX
Versions: SyncThru Web Service V6.A6.25 V11.01.05.25_08-21-2015

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious scripts into the vulnerable parameters (ruiFw_id, ruiFw_pid, ruiFw_title) to execute unauthorized actions.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or restrict access to the vulnerable SyncThru Web Service path.
Regularly monitor and audit web traffic for any suspicious activities.
Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs and prevent script injection.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Educate users and administrators about the risks of XSS attacks and safe browsing practices.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by SAMSUNG to fix the XSS vulnerability in the SyncThru Web Service.