CVE-2020-29605: MantisBT Incorrect Authorization in bug_actiongroup_page.php
An issue was discovered in MantisBT before 2.24.4. Due to insufficient access-level checks, any logged-in user allowed to perform Group Actions can get access to the Summary fields of private Issues via bugarr[]= in a crafted bugactiongrouppage.php URL. (The target Issues can have Private view status, or belong to a private Project.)
Other sources
MantisBT Incorrect Authorization in bugactiongrouppage.php
— Packagist
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
composer/mantisbt/mantisbtto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 2.24.4
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-29605?
CVE-2020-29605 is a vulnerability in MantisBT before 2.24.4 that allows logged-in users to access the Summary fields of private Issues.
How severe is CVE-2020-29605?
CVE-2020-29605 has a severity rating of 4.3 (medium).
How can I exploit CVE-2020-29605?
To exploit CVE-2020-29605, you would need to be a logged-in user with permission to perform Group Actions and craft a URL with a specific bug_arr[] parameter.
Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2020-29605?
No, Microsoft Windows is not affected by CVE-2020-29605.
How do I fix CVE-2020-29605?
To fix CVE-2020-29605, upgrade to MantisBT 2.24.4 or later.