CVE-2017-8874: Mautic Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Summary
CVE-2017-8874: Mautic Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF). Affects mautic/core versions 1.4.1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
Mautic is an open-source marketing automation software that allows businesses to automate marketing tasks and campaigns. It provides features such as email marketing, lead management, and campaign tracking. The Mautic Core package is a fundamental component of the Mautic software stack, responsible for core functionalities and system operations.
Vulnerability Detail
Multiple cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerabilities have been identified in Mautic 1.4.1. These vulnerabilities enable remote attackers to hijack user authentication for malicious purposes. Specifically, the vulnerabilities allow attackers to perform actions such as deleting email campaigns or deleting contacts. The lack of proper CSRF protection exposes users to potential data loss and unauthorized actions.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to apply the recommended fix by upgrading to a patched version of Mautic.
Conclusion
The identified CSRF vulnerabilities in Mautic 1.4.1 pose a significant risk to user authentication and data integrity. It is crucial for Mautic users to upgrade to a patched version of the software to mitigate these vulnerabilities. Following best practices for web application security is also essential to ensure the overall security of the Mautic installation. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Mautic is an open-source marketing automation software that helps businesses automate marketing tasks and campaigns.
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) is an attack that tricks the victim into submitting a malicious request. In the case of Mautic, CSRF vulnerabilities allow attackers to perform unauthorized actions on behalf of authenticated users.
The CSRF vulnerabilities in Mautic can lead to data loss, unauthorized actions, and potential compromise of user accounts and sensitive information.
To protect your Mautic installation from CSRF attacks, it is crucial to upgrade to a patched version of Mautic that includes the necessary security fixes. Additionally, implementing proper CSRF protection mechanisms and following web application security best practices is recommended.
While specific exploits for these vulnerabilities have not been disclosed, it is important to address them promptly by upgrading to a patched version of Mautic to mitigate the risk of potential attacks.
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