Mantis - Multiple Security Issues
Summary
DSA-3120-1: mantis - security update. Affects mantis versions < 1.2.18-1. Fixed in 1.2.18-1. How to fix ↓
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Background
Mantis is a bug tracking system used for managing software development projects. It provides a platform for tracking and organizing bugs, issues, and feature requests. The Mantis package in Debian 7 (wheezy) is vulnerable to multiple security issues that can lead to phishing, information disclosure, CAPTCHA bypass, SQL injection, cross-site scripting, or the execution of arbitrary PHP code.
Vulnerability Detail
The Mantis bug tracking system in Debian 7 is affected by several vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities can be exploited by attackers to perform various malicious activities. The specific vulnerabilities include phishing attacks, where an attacker can trick users into revealing sensitive information. Information disclosure vulnerabilities allow unauthorized access to sensitive data. CAPTCHA bypass vulnerabilities enable automated attacks by bypassing the CAPTCHA verification. SQL injection vulnerabilities can be exploited to execute arbitrary SQL queries, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data manipulation. Cross-site scripting vulnerabilities allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, leading to session hijacking or the theft of sensitive information. Finally, the execution of arbitrary PHP code vulnerabilities allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server, potentially leading to a complete compromise of the system.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1.2.18-1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo apt-get install --only-upgrade mantisTip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Conclusion
Multiple security issues have been found in the Mantis bug tracking system in Debian 7. These vulnerabilities can have serious consequences, including phishing attacks, information disclosure, CAPTCHA bypass, SQL injection, cross-site scripting, and the execution of arbitrary PHP code. It is highly recommended to upgrade the Mantis package to version 1.2.18-1 or later to mitigate these vulnerabilities. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Mantis is a bug tracking system used for managing software development projects. It provides a platform for tracking and organizing bugs, issues, and feature requests.
These vulnerabilities can lead to various malicious activities, including phishing attacks, information disclosure, CAPTCHA bypass, SQL injection, cross-site scripting, and the execution of arbitrary PHP code.
To fix these vulnerabilities, it is recommended to upgrade the Mantis package to version 1.2.18-1 or later. This can be done by updating the package using the package manager or by downloading and installing the updated package manually.
No specific workarounds have been mentioned for these vulnerabilities.
For more information about these vulnerabilities, you can refer to the Debian Security Advisory DSA-3120-1.
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