CVE-2019-7737 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A security weakness known as CSRF has been identified in the version 2.0 of Verydows, allowing unauthorized creation of an administrator account.

Understanding CVE-2019-7737

What is CVE-2019-7737?

A CSRF vulnerability in Verydows v2.0 enables the unauthorized addition of an admin account through a specific URL.

The Impact of CVE-2019-7737

This vulnerability permits the creation of an administrator account without proper authorization, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control of the system.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-7737

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Verydows v2.0 allows attackers to exploit CSRF to create an admin account via a specific URL.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Verydows
Version: 2.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by accessing the URL 'index.php?m=backend&c=admin&a=add&step=submit' to create an admin account without proper authorization.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement input validation mechanisms to prevent unauthorized account creation.
Regularly monitor and review administrator accounts for any unauthorized additions.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Educate users and administrators about the risks of CSRF attacks and how to prevent them.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by the vendor to address the CSRF vulnerability in Verydows v2.0.