CVE-2019-13550CWE-285

In WebAccess, versions 8.4.1 and prior, an improper authorization vulnerability may allow an attacker to disclose sensitive information, cause improper control…

published September 18, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
86.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An improper authorization slip could unlock a treasure trove of sensitive info! Think of it like a restaurant where the kitchen is open, and anyone can peek at the secret recipes just because nobody checked who was allowed inside. That's how easy it is for an attacker to access confidential data in WebAccess versions 8.4.1 and prior. If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access, revealing sensitive information that could be used for nefarious purposes. Even worse, it might allow attackers to execute remote code or crash the system — talk about a recipe for disaster!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the kitchen is open, and anyone can peek at the secret recipes just because nobody checked who was allowed inside. That's how easy it is for an attacker to access confidential data in WebAccess versions 8.4.1 and prior. This vulnerability in WebAccess stems from improper authorization checks, which may allow attackers to bypass security measures, leading to potentially devastating consequences such as information disclosure or full system control.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access, revealing sensitive information that could be used for nefarious purposes. Even worse, it might allow attackers to execute remote code or crash the system — talk about a recipe for disaster! To protect your system, upgrade WebAccess to a version beyond 8.4.1 immediately to close this security gap. Conduct a security audit to ensure no sensitive information is exposed and consider implementing additional authorization checks. You've got this! With a quick patch and some proactive measures, you'll be locking down your system in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02846 · 86.6th percentile
Weakness
CWE-285 · Improper Authorization
Published
2019-09-18T20:52Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 SEP 20:52Z
    In WebAccess, versions 8.4.1 and prior, an improper authorization vulnerability may allow an attacker to disclose sensitive information, cause improper control…
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