CVE-2019-12890

RedwoodHQ 2.5.5 does not require any authentication for database operations, which allows remote attackers to create admin users via a con.automationframework…

published June 19, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ No authentication required for database operations in RedwoodHQ 2.5.5! This means a remote attacker can easily create admin users with just a simple command. 😱 Think of it like a restaurant that lets anyone walk into the kitchen and start cooking, without checking if they're even an employee. Total chaos ensues when unauthorized chefs can whip up whatever dish they want! If an attacker gets in, they could create admin accounts and access sensitive data, manipulate automation settings, or even shut down the system entirely. The risks are significant, and your entire operation could be at stake!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that lets anyone walk into the kitchen and start cooking, without checking if they're even an employee. Total chaos ensues when unauthorized chefs can whip up whatever dish they want! This vulnerability allows remote attackers to perform database operations without any authentication, enabling them to use the con.automationframework users insert_one call to create admin users.

What to do

If an attacker gets in, they could create admin accounts and access sensitive data, manipulate automation settings, or even shut down the system entirely. The risks are significant, and your entire operation could be at stake! Update RedwoodHQ to the latest version to enforce authentication for database operations. Make sure to review your access controls and monitor logs for any unusual activities. Don't let unauthorized access linger! You've got this! With these actions, you can secure your system and keep those unwanted visitors out! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06223 · 93.5th percentile
Published
2019-06-19T18:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 JUN 18:00Z
    RedwoodHQ 2.5.5 does not require any authentication for database operations, which allows remote attackers to create admin users via a con.automationframework…
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