CVE-2019-6837CWE-918

A Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF): CWE-918 vulnerability exists in U.motion Server (MEG6501-0001 - U.motion KNX server, MEG6501-0002 - U.motion KNX Server…

published September 17, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
62.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty URL tweak could expose sensitive server configuration data! This Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in U.motion servers is surprisingly sneaky. 💡 Think of it like a waiter who takes a customer's order too literally, running off to fetch dishes from the kitchen without checking if that's what the table really wanted. In this case, the server blindly follows the modified URL, leading to unexpected exposure of its internal setup. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to access server configuration data, potentially unlocking details that should remain hidden. Imagine unauthorized eyes peeking at your private assembly instructions! While not currently known to be exploited, this vulnerability could pose significant risks if left unchecked.

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who takes a customer's order too literally, running off to fetch dishes from the kitchen without checking if that's what the table really wanted. In this case, the server blindly follows the modified URL, leading to unexpected exposure of its internal setup. This SSRF vulnerability allows an attacker to modify a URL, prompting the server to make requests to internal services and potentially expose configuration data.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to access server configuration data, potentially unlocking details that should remain hidden. Imagine unauthorized eyes peeking at your private assembly instructions! While not currently known to be exploited, this vulnerability could pose significant risks if left unchecked. Immediately review and patch affected U.motion server versions. Ensure that URL validation and access controls are implemented to prevent unauthorized requests. Regular auditing of server configurations is also a good practice! You’ve got this! Stay proactive and keep those servers secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00988 · 62.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-918 · Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF)
Published
2019-09-17T19:15Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 SEP 19:15Z
    A Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF): CWE-918 vulnerability exists in U.motion Server (MEG6501-0001 - U.motion KNX server, MEG6501-0002 - U.motion KNX Server…
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