CVE-2019-12046

LemonLDAP::NG -2.0.3 has Incorrect Access Control

published May 22, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A misconfigured access control in LemonLDAP::NG 2.0.3 could let users peek through files they shouldn't! Think of it like a restaurant where the server mistakenly leaves the door to the kitchen wide open. If nobody's checking, anyone can wander in and grab whatever they want! If exploited, unauthorized users could access sensitive files and data, potentially leading to serious privacy breaches or data leaks. It’s not an immediate disaster, but it’s definitely a risk management issue that can compromise the integrity of your system!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the server mistakenly leaves the door to the kitchen wide open. If nobody's checking, anyone can wander in and grab whatever they want! This vulnerability arises from incorrect access control settings, allowing unauthorized users to access resources they ought not to see in LemonLDAP::NG 2.0.3.

What to do

If exploited, unauthorized users could access sensitive files and data, potentially leading to serious privacy breaches or data leaks. It’s not an immediate disaster, but it’s definitely a risk management issue that can compromise the integrity of your system! Immediately review and adjust access control settings to ensure proper authentication and authorization mechanisms are in place. If possible, upgrade to a patched version or implement additional safeguards to restrict access. You've got this! By taking these precautions, you're not just fixing a vulnerability — you're enhancing your security game! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03133 · 87.8th percentile
Published
2019-05-22T15:07Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 MAY 15:07Z
    LemonLDAP::NG -2.0.3 has Incorrect Access Control
    cvelistv5