CVE-2023-29192 in SilverwareGames.io
Summary
by MITRE • 04/11/2023
SilverwareGames.io versions before 1.2.19 allow users with access to the game upload panel to edit download links for games uploaded by other developers. This has been fixed in version 1.2.19.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/11/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-29192 represents a critical access control flaw within the SilverwareGames.io platform that undermines the security model governing user interactions with game content. This issue affects versions prior to 1.2.19 and stems from insufficient authorization checks within the game upload panel functionality. The flaw enables malicious actors with legitimate access to the upload interface to manipulate download links associated with games authored by other developers, effectively creating a privilege escalation scenario within the platform's user permissions system. This vulnerability directly violates fundamental security principles of least privilege and proper access control enforcement that should prevent users from modifying resources they do not own or have explicit authorization to alter.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability manifests through inadequate validation of user permissions when processing download link modifications within the game upload panel. When a user accesses the upload functionality, the system fails to properly verify whether the requesting user possesses the necessary authorization to modify download links for games created by other developers. This oversight creates a path for unauthorized modification of game metadata and distribution channels, potentially allowing attackers to redirect users to malicious content or remove legitimate game downloads entirely. The flaw operates at the application logic level where proper access control mechanisms should have been enforced to maintain data integrity and user isolation within the platform's multi-tenant environment.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data manipulation to potentially compromise the entire platform ecosystem and user trust. Attackers could exploit this flaw to insert malicious code into game download links, redirect legitimate users to compromised servers, or completely remove access to games uploaded by other developers. This capability undermines the platform's reputation and creates potential liability issues for the hosting organization, as compromised game distribution channels could be used for malware distribution or other malicious activities. The vulnerability also represents a significant risk to developer trust and platform integrity, as it allows unauthorized modification of other users' intellectual property and distribution mechanisms.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2023-29192 should focus on implementing robust access control measures and proper authorization validation within the platform's authentication and authorization framework. Organizations should immediately upgrade to SilverwareGames.io version 1.2.19 which contains the necessary fixes to address the vulnerability. Additionally, implementing proper input validation and user permission checks should be enforced at multiple layers including application logic, database access controls, and API endpoint security measures. The fix should incorporate proper authorization checks that verify user ownership or explicit permissions before allowing modification of game download links, aligning with security best practices outlined in the CWE 284 access control weakness classification. This vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of maintaining proper access control mechanisms in multi-user platforms where users may have different levels of privileges and responsibilities within the system. Organizations should also implement monitoring and logging mechanisms to detect unauthorized access attempts and ensure proper audit trails are maintained for all modifications to game content and distribution channels.