LDAP Injection Vulnerability in phpLDAPadmin: CVE-2018-12689
Summary
DEBIAN-CVE-2018-12689: phpLDAPadmin 1.2.2 allows LDAP injection via a crafted server_id parameter in a cmd.php?cmd=login_form request, or a crafted username and password in the login panel. Affects phpldapadmin versions 1.2.6.3-0.3 – 1.2.6.7-4. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
phpLDAPadmin is a web-based application that provides a user-friendly interface for managing LDAP directories. It allows administrators to perform various tasks such as adding, deleting, and modifying LDAP entries. However, the application has been found to be vulnerable to LDAP injection attacks, which can compromise the security of the LDAP server and the data it holds.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2018-12689 allows for LDAP injection through crafted input parameters. Specifically, an attacker can exploit the 'server_id' parameter in a 'cmd.php?cmd=login_form' request or manipulate the username and password fields in the login panel. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data or manipulation of LDAP entries, posing a significant risk to the integrity and confidentiality of the LDAP directory.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you can implement input validation and sanitization on the 'server_id' parameter and the login fields to prevent malicious input from being processed. This can be done by using appropriate escaping functions or by rejecting any input that does not conform to expected formats.
Conclusion
CVE-2018-12689 presents a significant security risk to phpLDAPadmin users, allowing for LDAP injection attacks that can compromise sensitive data. It is crucial to update to the latest version of the software and implement necessary security measures to protect against exploitation.
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FAQ
CVE-2018-12689 is a vulnerability in phpLDAPadmin that allows for LDAP injection attacks through crafted input parameters.
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Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to LDAP data, manipulation of directory entries, and potential data breaches.
Yes, a patched version of phpLDAPadmin is available. Updating to the latest version will resolve the vulnerability.
If immediate updates are not possible, implement input validation and sanitization as a temporary workaround to mitigate the risk.
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