CVE-2019-9060 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-9060 affecting CMS Made Simple 2.2.8. Discover how attackers exploit path traversal vulnerabilities and how to mitigate the risk with updates and security practices.
A vulnerability has been found in CMS Made Simple 2.2.8 that allows unauthorized path traversal and arbitrary file content reading.
Understanding CVE-2019-9060
This CVE identifies a security issue in CMS Made Simple version 2.2.8 that enables attackers to exploit path traversal vulnerabilities in specific modules.
What is CVE-2019-9060?
An issue in CMS Made Simple 2.2.8 allows attackers to perform unauthorized path traversal in the CGExtensions module and read arbitrary file content by manipulating certain parameters.
The Impact of CVE-2019-9060
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files and potentially compromise the security and integrity of the affected systems.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-9060
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in CMS Made Simple 2.2.8 enables attackers to exploit path traversal in the CGExtensions module and read arbitrary file content through specific parameter manipulation.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Version: CMS Made Simple 2.2.8
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit the vulnerability by manipulating the 'm1_filename' parameter in the 'action.setdefaulttemplate.php' file and setting 'm1_prefname' to 'cg_errormsg' and 'm1_resettodefault=1' in the 'action.showmessage.php' file.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2019-9060 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update CMS Made Simple to version 2.2.10 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
- Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities indicating exploitation attempts.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch CMS Made Simple and its modules to address security vulnerabilities.
- Implement access controls and restrictions to limit unauthorized access to sensitive files.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by CMS Made Simple promptly to address known vulnerabilities and enhance system security.