CVE-2017-1000406 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

OpenDaylight Karaf 0.6.1-Carbon fails to clear the cache after a password change, allowing the old password to be used until the Karaf cache is manually cleared (e.g. via restart).

Understanding CVE-2017-1000406

The cache in OpenDaylight Karaf 0.6.1-Carbon does not get cleared automatically after changing the password. This can lead to security risks as the old password remains usable until manual intervention.

What is CVE-2017-1000406?

CVE-2017-1000406 is a vulnerability in OpenDaylight Karaf 0.6.1-Carbon that allows the old password to be used even after a password change until the Karaf cache is manually cleared.

The Impact of CVE-2017-1000406

This vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to the system as the old password remains valid until the cache is cleared, posing a security risk to the affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-1000406

OpenDaylight Karaf 0.6.1-Carbon is affected by the following:

Vulnerability Description

The cache does not automatically clear after a password change.
The old password can still be used until the Karaf cache is manually cleared.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: n/a
Vendor: n/a
Version: 0.6.1-Carbon

Exploitation Mechanism

Exploitation involves changing the password in OpenDaylight Karaf 0.6.1-Carbon and utilizing the old password until the cache is manually cleared.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2017-1000406, consider the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Manually clear the Karaf cache after changing the password.
Regularly monitor and update the system to prevent unauthorized access.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong password policies and regular password changes.
Conduct security audits to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by OpenDaylight to fix the cache clearing issue.