CSRF Vulnerability in Redmine Package - DEBIAN-CVE-2009-4079
Summary
DEBIAN-CVE-2009-4079: Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in Redmine 0.8.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of users for requests that delete a ticket via unspecified vectors. Affects redmine versions < 0.9.0~svn2902-1. Fixed in 0.9.0~svn2902-1. How to fix ↓
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Background
Redmine is a flexible project management web application that includes support for various project management features, such as issue tracking, project wikis, and forums. It is widely used in software development and project management environments. The vulnerability in question affects versions 0.8.5 and earlier, allowing attackers to exploit cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerabilities, which can lead to unauthorized actions being performed on behalf of authenticated users.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as DEBIAN-CVE-2009-4079 is a cross-site request forgery (CSRF) issue present in Redmine versions 0.8.5 and earlier. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of users, enabling them to perform unauthorized actions, such as deleting tickets, without the user's consent. The attack vector is unspecified, but it typically involves tricking the user into clicking a malicious link while authenticated in Redmine.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
0.9.0~svn2902-1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can limit access to the Redmine application by implementing strict access controls and ensuring that users are logged out when not actively using the application. Additionally, users should avoid clicking on suspicious links while logged into Redmine.
Conclusion
The CSRF vulnerability in Redmine versions 0.8.5 and earlier poses a significant risk to users, allowing unauthorized actions to be performed. It is crucial to update to the patched version 0.9.0~svn2902-1 to mitigate this risk. Users should also consider implementing additional security measures and monitoring tools like Vulert to stay informed about vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) is an attack that tricks the victim into submitting a request that they did not intend to make, potentially allowing unauthorized actions to be performed on their behalf.
If you are using Redmine version 0.8.5 or earlier, your installation is vulnerable. You can check your version in the application settings or by running the command 'dpkg -l | grep redmine'.
Failing to address this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of project data, including the deletion of important tickets, which can disrupt project management and lead to data loss.
Yes, tools like Vulert can monitor your open-source dependencies for vulnerabilities in real-time. You can use the Vulert playground to check if your application is affected without needing to sign up.
If immediate updates are not possible, implement strict access controls, educate users about the risks of CSRF, and encourage them to log out of the application when not in use.
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