CVE-2020-14485CWE-288

OpenClinic GA versions 5.09.02 and 5.89.05b may allow an attacker to bypass client-side access controls or use a crafted request to initiate a session with…

published July 20, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
84.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty request could let attackers sneak past access controls. With OpenClinic GA versions 5.09.02 and 5.89.05b, they might initiate a session and wield admin powers! 💥 Think of it like a restaurant where a diner can wander into the kitchen without anyone checking their reservation — they could start tampering with the dishes without any supervision! If exploited, an attacker could execute SQL queries and perform administrative functions, which may lead to unauthorized data access or manipulation. This could jeopardize patient confidentiality and the integrity of medical services!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a diner can wander into the kitchen without anyone checking their reservation — they could start tampering with the dishes without any supervision! This vulnerability allows attackers to bypass client-side access controls and initiate admin functions through crafted requests, potentially compromising the system's security.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute SQL queries and perform administrative functions, which may lead to unauthorized data access or manipulation. This could jeopardize patient confidentiality and the integrity of medical services! Upgrade to the latest version of OpenClinic GA to close this security gap. Implement strict access controls and audit your configuration to ensure only authorized users can access sensitive functions. 🛡️ You've got this! Following these steps will help secure your system and protect sensitive information. 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02545 · 84.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-288 · Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel
Published
2020-07-20T14:45Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 JUL 14:45Z
    OpenClinic GA versions 5.09.02 and 5.89.05b may allow an attacker to bypass client-side access controls or use a crafted request to initiate a session with…
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