CVE-2019-20484 Missing authorization in n/a

High 8.1 Published Updated

An attacker can read or modify project files by accessing URLs directly, bypassing project access controls.

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

What is CVE-2019-20484?

CVE-2019-20484 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 5 Jan 2021. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An issue was discovered in Viki Vera 4.9.1.26180. A user without access to a project could download or upload project files by opening the Project URL directly in the browser after logging in.

Weakness: CWE-425

Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-20484?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Vikisolutions Vera.

How do I fix CVE-2019-20484?

No fix has been published for CVE-2019-20484 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-2019-20484 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-20484 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-2866-fxpg-497j.

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