CVE-2017-17552 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Zoho ManageEngine AD Manager Plus versions 6590 - 6613 are vulnerable to URL Redirection attacks, potentially bypassing CSRF protection.

Understanding CVE-2017-17552

What is CVE-2017-17552?

In Zoho ManageEngine AD Manager Plus, the 'LoadFrame' functionality in versions 6590 - 6613 can be exploited by attackers for URL Redirection attacks, allowing them to bypass CSRF protection or deceive users with malicious URLs.

The Impact of CVE-2017-17552

This vulnerability could lead to security breaches, enabling attackers to trick users into visiting malicious websites or bypassing security measures.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-17552

Vulnerability Description

The 'LoadFrame' feature in Zoho ManageEngine AD Manager Plus build 6590 - 6613 permits attackers to execute URL Redirection attacks through the 'src' parameter, potentially evading CSRF protection or disguising harmful URLs as safe.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Zoho ManageEngine AD Manager Plus
Versions: 6590 - 6613

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can manipulate the 'LoadFrame' functionality to redirect URLs, tricking users into interacting with malicious sites or bypassing security controls.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the 'LoadFrame' functionality if not essential
Implement strict URL validation to prevent malicious redirects

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update Zoho ManageEngine AD Manager Plus to the latest version
Conduct security audits to identify and address vulnerabilities

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and security updates provided by Zoho ManageEngine to address CVE-2017-17552.