CVE-2019-16655 Missing authorization in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Attackers can reinstall the CMS if the install directory is accessible, potentially gaining administrative control or executing code.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2019-16655?

CVE-2019-16655 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 21 Sep 2019. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

joyplus-cms 1.6.0 allows reinstallation if the install/ URI remains available.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-16655?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Joyplus Project Joyplus.

How do I fix CVE-2019-16655?

No fix has been published for CVE-2019-16655 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2019-16655 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-16655 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-x972-83x7-5g8v.

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