CVE-2019-14245 in CentOS Web Panel
Summary
by MITRE
In CentOS-WebPanel.com (aka CWP) CentOS Web Panel 0.9.8.851, an insecure object reference allows an attacker to delete databases (such as oauthv2) from the server via an attacker account.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/28/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2019-14245 resides within the CentOS Web Panel (CWP) version 0.9.8.851, a widely used web hosting control panel for managing CentOS servers. This security flaw represents a critical authorization bypass issue that allows authenticated attackers with limited privileges to perform unauthorized database deletion operations. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and improper access control mechanisms within the panel's database management interface, specifically affecting the oauthv2 database which serves as a crucial component for authentication and authorization services.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability involves an insecure object reference where the application fails to properly validate user permissions before executing destructive database operations. When an attacker with a legitimate account accesses the database management section, the system does not adequately verify whether the requesting user possesses sufficient privileges to delete specific database objects. This weakness enables privilege escalation through indirect object reference manipulation, allowing attackers to target and remove databases that they should not have access to, including sensitive system databases like oauthv2. The flaw operates at the application layer and can be exploited through web-based interfaces without requiring additional authentication mechanisms.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability creates significant security risks for organizations relying on CWP for server management. The ability to delete critical databases such as oauthv2 compromises the entire authentication infrastructure, potentially leading to complete system compromise and unauthorized access to all hosted applications and services. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to disrupt services, steal sensitive data, or establish persistent access points within the compromised environment. The vulnerability affects systems where CWP is deployed and can result in service outages, data loss, and potential regulatory compliance violations.
Security professionals should address this vulnerability through immediate patching of the CWP software to version 0.9.8.852 or later, which includes proper access control validation and input sanitization measures. Organizations must also implement network segmentation to limit access to the CWP interface and enforce strict access controls through role-based permissions. Additional mitigations include monitoring database access logs for unauthorized deletion activities, implementing multi-factor authentication for administrative accounts, and conducting regular security assessments to identify similar insecure object reference vulnerabilities within the broader application ecosystem. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-284 (Improper Access Control) and can be mapped to ATT&CK technique T1078 (Valid Accounts) and T1485 (Data Destruction) within the enterprise attack framework.