CVE-2020-12850 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-12850 affecting Pydio Cells Enterprise OVF version 2.0.4, allowing the 'pydio' user to execute privileged commands. Find mitigation steps and best practices here.
Pydio Cells Enterprise OVF version 2.0.4 allows the 'pydio' user to execute privileged commands using sudo.
Understanding CVE-2020-12850
This CVE affects Pydio Cells Enterprise OVF version 2.0.4, enabling the 'pydio' user to run privileged commands.
What is CVE-2020-12850?
The vulnerability in Pydio Cells Enterprise OVF version 2.0.4 permits the 'pydio' user to execute privileged commands using sudo, posing a security risk.
The Impact of CVE-2020-12850
The 'pydio' user in version 2.0.4 can run services and binaries within the Pydio Cells web application package with elevated privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-12850
This section provides in-depth technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
Pydio Cells Enterprise OVF version 2.0.4 allows the 'pydio' user to execute any privileged command using sudo, unlike previous versions.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Pydio Cells Enterprise OVF version 2.0.4
Exploitation Mechanism
The 'pydio' user in version 2.0.4 can run services and binaries with elevated privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2020-12850 with these security measures.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade to a patched version that restricts the 'pydio' user's privileges.
- Monitor and restrict the commands the 'pydio' user can execute.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement the principle of least privilege to limit user capabilities.
- Regularly review and update user permissions to prevent unauthorized access.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by Pydio Cells to address the vulnerability.