CVE-2022-42126 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2022-42126, a vulnerability in Liferay Portal and Liferay DXP allowing remote authenticated users to view asset libraries without proper permissions. Find out the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability in the Asset Libraries module in Liferay Portal and Liferay DXP could allow remote authenticated users to view asset libraries without proper permissions.
Understanding CVE-2022-42126
This CVE identifies a security issue in Liferay Portal and Liferay DXP that could lead to unauthorized access to asset libraries.
What is CVE-2022-42126?
The Asset Libraries module in Liferay Portal 7.3.5 through 7.4.3.28, as well as Liferay DXP 7.3 and DXP 7.4, fails to check permissions correctly, enabling remote authenticated users to access asset libraries through the UI.
The Impact of CVE-2022-42126
The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to view asset libraries, potentially exposing sensitive information and compromising the confidentiality of data stored within the libraries.
Technical Details of CVE-2022-42126
This section provides in-depth technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The issue arises from the lack of proper permission checks in the Asset Libraries module, enabling authenticated users to bypass security measures.
Affected Systems and Versions
The vulnerability affects Liferay Portal versions 7.3.5 through 7.4.3.28 and Liferay DXP versions 7.3 and 7.4.
Exploitation Mechanism
Remote authenticated users can exploit this flaw by accessing asset libraries via the user interface without the necessary permissions.
Mitigation and Prevention
Discover the steps to mitigate the risk and prevent unauthorized access to asset libraries.
Immediate Steps to Take
Administrators should restrict access to asset libraries based on user roles and review permission settings to ensure only authorized users can view sensitive content.
Long-Term Security Practices
Regularly review and update permission configurations, conduct security assessments, and provide training to users on data protection best practices.
Patching and Updates
Apply the latest updates and patches provided by Liferay to address this vulnerability and enhance the security of asset libraries.